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HYMNS 



SCHOOLS, 



APPROPRIATE SELECTIONS FROM SCRIPTURE, 



TUXES SUITED TO THE METRES OF THE 
HYMXS. 



BY I 

CHARLES D. CLEVELAND. 



NEV/ YORK: 
MARK H. NEWMAN & cb; 




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Bold also hy B. B. Mussey & Co. and J. P. Jewett, Boston; 
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Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year eighteen 
hundred and fifty, by C. D. Cletkt.anp, in the Clerk's Office 
of the District Court of the Eastern District of PennsylTania. 



STEEEOTYPED BY L. JOHNSON AND CO. 
PHILADELPHIA. 




PREFACE. 



No author, I presume, ever made a book without having 
some good reason for it : and if I were asked, Why, when there 
are already so many excellent compilations of sacred lyrics, do 
you add another to the number? I should answer that, admirar 
ble as I acknowledge many of the existing selections to be, I 
have never seen one designed for schools, nor at all adapted 
to their use. For more than thirteen years singing has been 
a part of the morning devotional exercises of my school, and 
though I have used a selection* most excellent and appro- 
priate for social religious meetings, I have found a large 
number of the hymns in it, either in whole or in part, quite 
unsuitable to be sung by scholars assembled in school. I 
have therefore prepared the following work chiefly to meet 
my own wants. If other teachers, after examination, shall 
like it so well as to use it in their schools, I shall, of course, 
be glad. 

In preparing this book I have not hesitated so to alter any 
hymn as to make it better adapted to my purpose. I kno\r 
well the many objections to such a course : but these objections 
are especially valid in the case of hymns designed for church 
use ; the alterations in which are merely what a difference of 
taste suggests, not what incongruity of sentiment demands. 
But in the present case, the alternative was presented to me, in 
quite a large number of hymns, either to reject them altoge- 
ther, or to alter some phrase or substitute some new verse, to 
make them suitable to be sung in a school. Two or three of 
the alterations may be mentioned as a specimen of the rest. 

« The " Union Hymns, selected from the Church Psalmcdy,"' Boston; not the 
" Union Hymns" of the American Sunday-school Union. 

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4 PREFACE. 

The two first rerses of Dr. TTatts's hymn, beginning " Chil- 
dren in years and knowledge young," are very beautiful and 
appropriate ; but the two last might as -well be sewed on to 
any other of a hundred long-metre hymnjj. Instead of these, 
therefore, I have substituted two verses, more in keeping, I 
think, with the two first. See Hymn 119. 

The second verse of Newton's familiar New Year's hymn, 
beginning "While with ceaseless course the sun," though 
beautiful in itself^ is not what the occasion (the first day of 
the year) seems to demand. Instead, therefore, of those two 
similes which take up the whole verse of eight lines, I have 
substituted a verse of a more didactic character. If not equal 
to the original as poetry, I hope it will be thought more 
appropriate for youth to sing, as they are entering upon a 
new year. So in the third verse of the same hymn, the 
original reads, " Bless thy word to young and old :" for this, 
I have substituted, '• Bless thy word to us while young." The 
former, though suitable for a mixed congregation, is inap- 
propriate for a class of youth. 

The original of hymn 301 read thus — 

" We have not seen thy ftx)tsteps tread 
This wild and sinful world ol ours ; 
Nor heard thy voice restore the dead," &c. 

Now "footsteps" do not tread; they are the mark of the 
feet. The term " wild" is very indefinite ; and though there 
is much "sin" in the world. I do not think it best to im- 
press gloomy pictures upon the minds of youth. The voice 
recalls, not "restores." I have, therefore, made the altera- 
tions which will be seen by referring to the hymn. So 
in the third line of the second verse I have substituted 
"joyful tidings," for " awful warnings ;" a phrase much more 
appropriate, methinks, to be applied to those cheering words, 
"Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." 



PREFACE. 5 

But enough upon the alterations. To specify them all, with 
the reasons, would require a preface half as big as the book. 

In compiling my book I have not been ambitious to have 
it consist mainly of pieces not to be found in other collec- 
tions. But while a large portion of the hymns may be fa- 
miliar to the mass of Christians, and will be loved and sung 
by them as long as the English language endures, a con- 
siderable number in this selection will, I presume, be new 
to most persons, and will, I hope, be liked. I certainly 
have taken great pains to cull, from the not inconsiderable 
stores in my possession, the choicest pieces I could find ; aiming 
to have my book, in literary merit and poetic excellence, as 
well as in sentiments of pious and devotional feeling and of 
practical righteousness, the best selection of its size of 
sacred lyrics extant. How far I have succeeded, others will, 
of course, decide. 

I can, however, assure the critics, that the number of 
perfect hymns is small — very small. By perfect I mean such 
as are complete in themselves, having the three unities, " a 
beginning, a middle, and an end:" presenting one leading 
idea ; and uniting in itself, in a high degree, the imaginative, 
the devotional, and the didactic. Still, there are some. Such, 
for example, are hymns 61, 219, 301, 33S, &c. Hymn No. 
338 I consider one of the most finished sacred lyrics in the 
language. 

In making a selection of tunes, I have confined myself to 
a few good, old tunes, easy to be sung, and such as for a long 
time have been favorites among Christians of all denomi- 
nations. It is deeply to be regretted that there has been, of 
late, such a mania for new tunes. Every new tune-book 
that is published I consider a grievous infliction upon the 
Christian church, as it tends to frustrate the great object 
of singing— the worship of God. That object is attained only 
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G PREFACE. 

"When the exercise is so condnxjted that all can join in it. 
But how can this be, when tunes are continually introduced 
which the congregation never heard, or so difficult of execu- 
tion that they cannot sing them? As well have the exer- 
cise of prayer in an " unknown tongue." The object of a 
choir is to lead and aid congregational singing, not to super- 
sede it; not to exhibit itself, and display its artistic skill 
in executing new tunes, like a band of opera singers, with the 
congregation for its audience. Such singing, however scien- 
tific — however " highly esteemed among men," must be " an 
abDmination in the sight of God." 

•* The tickled ears no heart-felt raptures raise ; 
Nae \mison hae they with our Creator's praise." 

I now commit this unpretending book to the judgment of 

intelligent and pious teachers. To what extent singing is an 

exercise in our public and private schools I know not; but 

Bure I am that, wherever introduced, its influence must be of 

the most happy character. For myself, I would not continue 

my school a day without it. As an introduction to the 

duties of the day, nothing can be more chastening to the 

feelings, more animating to the spirits, more incentive to the 

faithful and conscientious discharge of duty, than singing 

an appropriate sacred song, replete with sentiments of piety, 

benevolence, and practical righteousness; impressing upon 

the heart, in the higher language of poetry, our duties to 

God, to each other, and to ourselves. Should this book, 

therefore, be the means of introducing singing into only 

one school where it has heretofore been neglected, I shall 

not have made it in vain. 

C. D. CLEVELAND. 

Philadelphia, F&b. 1, 1850. 



INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 



A CHARGE to keep I have * 65 

Again the Lord of Hfe and light 379 

Alas, what hourly dangers rise 131 

All hail the power of Jesus' name 323 

Almighty Father, gracious Lord 242 

Almighty God, in humble prayer 30 

Almighty Maker, God 89 

And can my heart aspire so high 288 

And dost thou say, '" Ask what thou wilt" 193 

And is the gospel peace and love 20 

And now, my soul, another year 366 

Another day its course hath run 376 

Another v/eek has passed away 377 

Arise, arise, with joy survey 200 

Arise, my soul, with rapture rise 134 

As flows the rapid river 364 

As the sun's enlivening eye 368 

Assembled in our school once more 371 

At the golden rise of day 352 

Awake, and sing the song 177 

Awake, my soul, and with the sun 8 

Awake, my soul, lift up thine eyes 91 

Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve 57 

Awake, our souls, away, our fears 78 

Before thy mercy's throne 197 

Before we close our eyes, each night 9 

Behold, mv soul, the narrow bound 60 

Behold ! the lofty sky 227 

Behold the morning sun 5 

Behold ! rhe mountain of the Lord 256 

Behold the Prince of Peace 363 

Behold the sun, how bright 154 

Behold the throne of g^-^.ce 217 

Behold, where, in a mortal form 251 

Beset with snares on e\ery hand 295 

Bestow, O Lord, upon our youth 118 

Be thou exalted, O my God 115 

Blest are the men whose hearts do move 87 

Blest be the tie that binds 189 

Blest hour, when mortal man retires 247 

Blest is the man whose liberal heart 230 

Blest is the man whose softening heart 176 

Blest work ! the youthful mind to v.in 206 

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8 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 

By Siloam's cool and shady rill 249 

Calm on the bosom of thy God 386 

Children in years and knowledge young 119 

Children, listen to the Lord 265 

Children of Christ, arise 210 

Christian soldier, heavenward pressing 356 

Christian soldiers, wake to glory 337 

Come, and let us sweetly join 271 

Come, blessed Spirit, Source of light 128 

Come, children, learn to fear the Lord 234 

Come, dearest Lord, descend and dwell 269 

Come, every pious heart 263 

Come, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove 37 

Come hither all ye weary souls 62 

Come, Holy Spirit, calm my mind 280 

Come, Holy Spirit, come 70 

Come, kingdom of our God 255 

Come let us join our cheerful songs 73 

Come, Lord, and warm each languid heart 85 

Come, my soul, thy suit prepare 304 

Come, O my soul, in sacred lays 14 

Come, said Jesus' sacred voice 156 

Come, sound his praise abroad 99 

Come, thou Fount of every blessing 81 

Come, weary souls, with sin distressed 179 

Come, we that love the Lord 133 

Come when the leaves are greenest 382 

Come, ye that wish to know the Lord 240 

Day by day the manna fell 310 

Dear as thou wert, and justly dear 387 

Dear Father, to thy mercy-seat 43 

Dear refuge of my weary soul 204 

Delightful is the task to sing 277 

Deny thee ! what, deny the way 326 

Early, my God, without delay 112 

Eternal God, almighty cause 292 

Eternal God, I bless thy name 372 

Far from mortal cares retreating .... 254 

Far from the world, O Lord, I flee 86 

Far from thy servants. God of grace 130 

Father, adored in worlds above 80 

Father of all, we bow to thee 286 

Father of light, conduct our feet 56 

Father of me and all mankind 209 

Father of mercies, God of love, Far from 315 

Father of mercies, God of love, O hear 199 

Father of mercies, in thy word 129 

Father of mercies, send thy grace 108 

Father of our feeble race 71 

Father, thy paternal care 140 



INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 9 

Father, to thee my soul I lift 330 

Feeble, helpless, how shall 1 164 

Fountain ot mercy, God of love 245 

From all that dwell below the skies 369 

From earliest dawn of life* 11 

From every earthly pleasure 216 

From every stormy wind that blows 233 

From Gx^eenland's icy mountains 67 

Gently, Lord, O gently lead us 105 

Give thanks to God, he reigns above 29 

Give to our God immortal praise 287 

Glory to ihee, my God, this night 373 

God, in the gospel of his Son 243 

God is my strong salvation 317 

God moves in a mysterious way 95 

God of love, we look to thee 125 

•God of my life, my morning song 13 

God of my lile, through all my days 224 

God of my life, whose gracious power 316 

God of our fathers, by whose hand 218 

God of ihe morning, at thy voice 123 

God of i;uth and God of love 42 

Go, when the morning shineth 25 

Gracious Spirit, Love divine 152 

Great Father of each perfect gift 158 

Great Gcd, and wilt thou condescend 22 

Great God, attend while here we sing 161 

Great God, beneath whose piercing eye 381 

Great God, how infinite art thou Ill 

Great God, in whom we live and move 355 

Great God, our Father and our Friend 18 

Great God, to thee my morning song 77 

Great God, to thee my voice I raise * 165 

Great God, we sing that mighty hand 3 

Great S' vjour, who didst condescend 121 

Great Source of life and light 103 

Guide, O Lord, our youthful band 194 

Hail, reviving, joyous Spring 122 

Hail to the Lord's anointed 47 

Happy is he who fears the Lord 170 

Happy the children of the Lord. 137 

Happy the child whose tender years 258 

Happy the man whose cautious steps 272 

Hark, from that glorious world, what songs 28 

Hark, hark, the notes of joy 54 

Hark, the glad sound, the Saviour comes 84 

Hark, the herald angels sing 360 

Hark, what mean those holy voices 361 

Hasten, Lord, the glorious time 21 

Hasten, O Lord, that happy time 266 



10 INDEX OF rmST LINES. 

High in the heavens, eternal God 138 

High, in yonder realms of light 145 

Holy, holy, holy, Lord 150 

How beauteous are their feet 220 

How blest is he who fears the Lord 351 

How blest the children of the Lord 348 

How blest the sacred tie that binds 207 

How blest the righteous when he dies 383 

How bright is yonder sun 139 

How gentle God's commands 201 

How happy is the child who hears 143 

How oft, alas, this wretched heart 79 

How precious is the book divine 72 

How shall the young secure their hearts 7 

How shall we praise thee, Lord of light 208 

How sweet, how heavenly is the sight 66 

How sweetly flowed the gospel's sound 55 

How sweet to be allowed to pray 344 

How sweet to bless the Lord 327 

How sweet to leave the world awhile 39 

How vain is all beneath the skies 226 

Hush the loud cannon's roar 346 

I ask not wealth, nor pomp, nor power 93 

If all our hopes and all our fears. . . « 354 

In all my vast concerns with thee 46 

In life's gay morn, when sprightly youth 27 

In Israel's fane, by silent night 213 

In sleep's serene oblivion laid 248 

Intercessor, throned on high ! 343 

In the cross of Christ I glory 318 

In the morning I will pray 270 

In the soft season of thy youth 52 

In thy name, O Lord, assembling 246 

Is this a fast for me 380 

It is the Lord, enthroned in light 279 

It is the Lord who gives me all .... 339 

Jehovah, God ! thy gracious power 12 

Jerusalem, my happy home. 235 

Jesus, and shall it ever be 74 

Jesus, hail, enthroned in glory 175 

Jesus, immortal King, arise • 202 

Jesus shall reign where'er the sun 26 

Jesus, thy boundless love to me 211 

Jesus, where in thy name we meet 94 

Joy to the world, the Lord is come 157 

Let avarice, from shore to shore - 285 

Let every creature join 322 

Let every mortal ear attend 69 

Let party names no more 273 

Lift up to God the voice of praise 307 



INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 11 

Lo, God is here, let us adore 58 

Lo, my Shepherd's hand divine 328 

Long as I live I'll bless thy name 293 

Lord, dismiss us with thy blessing 367 

Lord, in the morning thou shalt hear 299 

Lord, I would own thy tender care 23 

Lord of hosts, what heavenly bliss 297 

Lord of my life, oh may thy praise 340 

Lord, should we leave thy hallowed feet 314 

Lord, thou has searched and seen me through. . 97 

Lord, we come before thee now 239 

Lord, when my raptured thought surveys 174 

Lord, when thine ancient people cried 186 

Lord, when we bend before thy throne 357 

Lo, the bright, the rosy morning 92 

Make us by thy transforming grace 10 

May I resolve with all my heart 146 

May the grace of Christ our Saviour 370 

Mighty Saviour, we would bless thee 313 

My dear Redeemer and my Lord 64 

My Father, cheering name ! 267 

My Father, let me hear thy voice 236 

My God, how endless is thy love 44 

My God, in morning's radiant hour 252 

My God, I thank thee, may no thought 229 

My God, my Father ! bhssful name.^. 312 

My God, permit me not to be 215 

My God, permit my tongue 232 

My God, the spring of all my joys 187 

My God, thy boundless love I praise 333 

My God, who mak'st the sun to know 303 

My gracious Lord, I own thy right 171 

My gracious Lord, whose changeless love 195 

My Maker and my King 68 

My Saviour, let me hear thy voice 196 

My shepherd is the living Lord 106 

My son, know thou the Lord 184 

Nor eye hath seen, nor ear hath heard. 116 

Now let a true ambition rise 325 

Now let my soul, eternal King 49 

Now let our mingling voices rise 214 

Now let our souls, on wings sublime 268 

Now the shades of night are gone 33 

Now to the Lord a noble song 38 

O blessed Saviour, how divine 282 

O bless the Lord, my soul 166 

O cease, my wandering soul 212 

O could I find, from day to day 114 

O for a closer walk with God 63 

O God, I thank thee that the night 375 



12 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 

O God, let this, my morning song 173 

O God, our help in ages past 296 

O God, our strength, to thee our song 223 

Oh, let my trembling soul be still 308 

Oh, timely happy, timely wise 359 

O Lord, another day has flown 126 

O Lord, how many are my foes 238 

O Lord, thy heavenly grace impart 257 

O may I love at early day 341 

Once more, my soul, the rising day 17 

Once more the light of day I see 305 

One sweet flower has drooped and faded 385 

On thee, each morning, O my God 36 

O render thanks to God above 291 

O that the Lord would guide my ways 32 

O thou, from whom all goodness flows 259 

O thou that hearest prayer. 75 

O thou that hear'st when sinners cry 132 

O thou, to whom in ancient time 109 

O thou, to whose all-searching sight 198 

O thou, whose tender mercy hears 192 

Our Father, God, one more we raise 283 

Our Father, God, to thee alone 300 

Our Father sits on yonder throne 321 

Our heavenly Father, hear 31 

Our heavenly Father calls 180 

O walk with God, and thou shalt find 345 

O Zion, tune thy voice 159 

Perpetual Source of light and grace 160 

Pilgrim, burdened with thy sin 338 

Praise the Lord, who reigns above 100 

Praise the Lord ! ye heavens, adore him 335 

Praise to God, let us raise 169 

Prayer is the soul's sincere desire 50 

Providence, profusely kind 136 

Quiet, Lord, my iroward heart 102 

Remember thy Creator 4 

Return, my roving heart, return 110 

Return, O wanderer, now return 40 

Rise, my soul, and stretch thy wings 120 

Saviour, I thy word believe 172 

Saviour, source of every blessing 222 

Saviour, who thy flock art feeding 290 

Scorn not the sHghtest word or deed 331 

See, another year is gone 2 

See how the mounting sun 350 

See the leaves around us falling 275 

Shme, mighty God, on Zion shir.e '. . . . 185 

Shine on our souls, eternal God 262 

Since all the varying scenes of time • 188 



INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 13 

Sing to the Lord m^st Iiigh 274 

Sing to the Lord, who lc?ad proclaims 203 

So let our lips and lives express 82 

Songs of praise the angels sang 250 

Source of being, Holy Father 35 

Sovereign Ruler of the skies 284 

Sow in the morn thy seed 96 

Speak gently, it is better far 88 

Stand up, my soul, shake off thy fears 76 

Stern winter throws his icy chain 336 

Sweet is the time of Spring 61 

Sweet is llio work, O Lord 163 

Sweet peace of conscience, heavenly guest 144 

Take up thy cross, the Saviour said 302 

The branch is stooping to thy hand 334 

The Christian warrior, see him stand 241 

The dove let loose in eastern skies 162 

Thee will I love, O Lord, my strength 104 

The God of Israel never sleeps 358 

The God of nature and of grace 261 

The heavens declare thy glory, Lord 24 

The leaves around me falling 306 

The Lord himself, the mighty Lord 148 

The Lord my pasture shall prepare 83 

The Lord my shepherd is 19 

The morning light is breaking 320 

There is a God, all nature speaks 151 

There is a land of pure delight 135 

There is an hour of peaceful rest 107 

There is a region, lovelier far 289 

The Saviour calls, let every ear 15 

The Saviour, O what endless charms 41 

The Spirit in our beans 311 

Thou art, O God, the light and life 155 

Thou art the Way, to thee alone 45 

Thou lovely source of true delight 178 

Thou only Sovereign of my heart. 127 

Thou that dost my life prolong 190 

Thrice happy man who fears the Lord 98 

Through all the changing scenes of life 147 

Through all the dangers of the night 309 

Through all the years of childhood's prime 347 

Thus saith the first, the great command 191 

Thus far the Lord has led me on 374 

Thy footsteps, Lord, w^ith joy we trace 264 

Thy goodness, Lord, our souls confess 319 

Thy kingdom come, all sinful lands 168 

Time is winging us away 365 

'Tis by the faith of joys to come 117 

'Tis summer, glorious bummer 153 

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14 INDEX OF riEST LINES. 

To honour those who gave us birth 342 

To our Redeemer's glorious name 253 

To God, the only wise 90 

To praise tiie ever-bounteous Lord 183 

To thee, my God, to thee belong •. . 353 

To thee, O blessed Saviour 59 

To your creator, God 244 

Upward I lift mine eyes 113 

Walk in the light ! so shalt thou know 298 

We are living — we are dwelling 332 

We bless the Lord, the just and good 231 

Welcome now another morning 181 

Were all our hopes and all our fears 228 

We sin whenever we pursue 142 

What are these in bright array 281 

What if the little rain should say 349 

What secret hand, at morning light 260 

What though we never saw thee tread 301 

What though the arm of conquering death 384 

When a foolish thought within 225 

When all thy mercies, O my God 6 

When for some little insult given 53 

When his salvation bringing 34 

When Jesus dwelt in mortal clay 278 

When Jesus left the throne of God. 329 

When Jordan hushed his waters still 362 

When morning's first and hallowed ray 324 

When streaming from the eastern skies 124 

When wakened by thy voice of power 219 

When the worn spirit wants repose 378 

Where shall the sons of peace be found 276 

Wherewith shall we approach the Lord 294 

While in the tender years of youth 205 

While thee I seek, protecting Power 51 

While with ceaseless course the sun 1 

Who is thy neighbour ? he whom thou 48 

Who, O Lord, when life is o'er 182 

Who shall ascend thy heavenly place 237 

With humble heart and tongue 141 

Ye glittering toys of earth, adieu 149 

Ye hearts, with youthful vigor warm 101 

Ye nations round the earth, rejoice 167 

Ye trembling souls, dismiss your fears 221 

Youth, when devoted to the Lord 16 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 



January 1. 7s. Benevento. 

REFLECTIONS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE TEAR. 

" We spend oiir years as a tale that is told."— Ps. xc. 9. 

WHILE with ceaseless course the sun 
Hasted through the former year, 
Many souls their race have run, 

Never more to meet us here. 
Fixed in an eternal state, 

They have done with all below; 
We a little longer wait ; 

But how little — none can know. 

Spared to see another year, 

Guard us all, God, each day ; 
Let thy blessing meet us here, 

Guide us all in Wisdom's way. 
Here may we each hour improve, 

Walk in duty's happy road. 
Toward each other cherish love. 

Daily live more near to God. 

Thanks for mercies past receive, 

Pardon of our sins renew ; 
Teach us, henceforth, how to live 

With eternity in view ; 
Bless thy word to us while young. 

Fill us with a Saviour's love ; 
And when life's short race is run. 

May we dwell with thee above. 

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2; 3 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

Zi January 2. 7s. Benevento. 

THE NEW TEAR. 

" Behold, thou hast made my days as an handbreadth ; and 
mine age is as nothing before thee ; yerily every man at his best 
estate is altogether vanity." — Ps. xxxix. 5. 

1 CEE, another year is gone ! 

^ Quickly have the seasons past; 
That Tve enter now upon, 

Will to many prove the last. 
Mercy hitherto has spared ; 

But have mercies been improved? 
Let us ask, — Are we prepared, 

Should we be this year removed ? 

2 Some, whom we no longer see, 

Who their mortal race have run, 
Seemed as fair for life as we. 

When the former year begun. 
A"\Tiile we now instruction hear, 

Help us, Lord, each one to think 
That eternity is near ; 

We are standing on the brink ! 

8 If from sin thou'st made us free, 

By thy pardoning love and grace ; 
Welcome then the call will be 

To depart and see thy face. 
To the good, while here below, 

yrith new d?ys, new mercies come, 
But the happiest day they know, 

Is their last, which leads them home. 



3 January 3. L, M. Old Hundred. 

HYMN FOR THE NEW TEAR. 

*• Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto 
this day." — Acts xxvi. 22. 

1 r^ BEAT God ! we sing that mighty hand, 
^-^ By which supported, still we stand ; 
The opening year thy mercy shows ; — 
Let mercy crown it till its close. 
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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 

2 By day, by night, — at home, abroad, 
Still we are guarded by our God ; 
By his incessant bounty fed, 

By his unerring counsel led. 

3 With grateful hearts the past we own ; 
The future — all to us unknown — 

We to thy guardian care commit, 
And peaceful leave before thy feet. 

4 In scenes exalted or depressed. 

Be thou our joy, — and thou our rest; 
Thy goodness all our hopes shall raise, 
Adored through all our changing days. 

5 When death shall close our earthly songs, 
And seal, in silence, mortal tongues, 

Oh then, in higher, holier lays, 
Our souls shall celebrate thy praise. 



4: January 4. 7s & 6s. Missionary. 

REMEMBER THY CREATOR. 

" Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while 
the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou 
fihalt say, I have no pleasure in them." — Eccl. xiL 1. 

1 T>EMEMBER thy Creator 

-^^ While youth's fair spring is bright; 
Before thy cares are greater, 

Before comes age's night ; 
While yet the sun shines o'er thee, 

While stars the darkness cheer, 
While life is all before thee, 

Thy great Creator fear. 

2 Remember thy Creator 

Ere life resigns its trust, 
Ere sinks dissolving nature, 

And dust returns to dust ; 
Before with God, who gave it, 

Thy spirit shall appear : 
He cries, who died to save it, 

<<Xhy great Creator fear." 

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5, 6 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [jAN 

January 5. S. M. Shirla?id. 

GOD AS SEEN IN HIS WORKS A>-D WORD. 

"The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the goul: the 
commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes." — 
i^. xix. 7, S, 

1 TOEHOLD the morning sun 
-■^ Begins Ms glorious way, 

His beams tlirough all the nations run, 
And life and light convey. 

2 But where the gospel comes, 
It spreads diviner light ; 

It calls dead sinners from their tombs, 
And gives the blind their sight. 

8 How perfect is thy word ! 
And all thy judgments just I 
For ever sure thy promise, Lord, 
And we securely trust. 

4 My gracious Grod, how plain 
Are thy directions given ! 
Oh I may I never read in vain, 
But find the path to heaven. 



6 January 6. C. M. St. Martins. 

GOD OUR CONSTANT BENEFACTOR. 

'• The Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and 
abundant in goodness and truth." — Ex. xxxiv. 6. 

1 TirHEX all thy mercies, my God, 

* * My rising soul surveys. 
Transported with the view. I'm lost 
In wonder, love, and praise. 

2 Unnumbered comforts to my soul 

Thy tender care bestowed, 
Before my infant heart conceived 
From whom those comforts flowed. 

3 Ten thousand thousand precious gifts 

My daily thanks employ ; 
Nor is the least a cheerful heart, 
That tastes those srifts with joy. 
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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 7, 8 

•1 Through every period of my life, 
Thy goodness 111 pursue : 
And after death, in distant worlds, 
The glorious theme renew. 



/ January 7. C. M. Bochester. 

THE SCBIFTCSSS THE GUIDE FOR TOUTS. 

^ Wherewith shall the young cleanse their way ? By takiDg 
heed tfaeieiD accosdmg to Ihy word." — Pi. cxLx- 9. 

1 TTOW ^hall the young secure their hearts, 
-■"■- And guard their lives from sin ? 

Thy word the choicest rule imparts 
To keep the conscience clean. 

2 'Tis like the sun, a heavenly light, 

That guides us all the day ; 
And, through the dangers of the night, 
A lamp to lead our way. 

B Thy precepts make me truly wise ; 
I hate the sinner's road ; 
I hate my own vain thoughts that rise, 
But love thy law, my God ! 

4 Thy word is everlasting truth ; 
How pure is every page ! 
That holy book shall guide our youth 
And well support our age. 



January 8, I. M. Duke Street. 



r morning, Loid; in the 
ontd the^ and will loc^ 



1 4 WAKE, my soul, and with the sxm, 
■^^ Thy daily stage of duty mn ; 
Shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise, 
To pay thy morning sacrilice. 

2 Thy precious time, misspent, redeem ; 
Each present day thy last esteem; 
Improve thy talent with due care. 

An:! for eternity prepare. 

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9 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

3 In conversation be sincere, 

Keep conscience, as the noontide, clear; 
Think how th' all-seeing God thy ways 
And all thy secret thoughts surveys. 

4 Lord ! I my vows to thee renew ; 
Scatter my sins like morning dew; 
Guard my first springs of thought and will, 
And with thyself my spirit fill. 

6 Direct, control, suggest this day, 
All I design, or do, or say ; 
That all my powers, with all their might. 
In thy sole glory may unite. 



y January 9. L. M. Hebron, 

SELF-EXAMINATION ANTICIPATED AS A GTIDE TO DUTY. 

" Let US search and try our ways, and turn again to the 
Lord.^ — Lam. iii. 40. 

1 "jDEFORE we close our eyes each night, 

-*-' Let each, with care, these questions ask ; 
Have I endeavored to do right. 
Nor thought my duty but a task? 

2 Have I been gentle, lowly, meek, 

And the small voice of conscience heard? 
When passion tempted me to speak, 
Have I repressed the angry word ? 

3 Have I with cheerful zeal obeyed 

"VYhat my kind parents bade me do ? 
Have I by word or action said 

The thing that was not strictly true ? 

4 In hard temptation's troubled hour. 

Then have I stopped to think and pray, 
That God would give my soul the power 
To chase the sinful thought away ? 

5 Thou ! who seest all my heart, 

Do thou forgive and love me still ; 
Do thou each day new strength impart, 
And make me love and do thy will. 
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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 10, 11 

10 January 10. L. M. Alfreton. 

CHRIST OUR EXAMPLE. 

"For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I 
have done to you." — John xiii. 15. 

1 "l\/rAKE US, by tliy transforming grace, 
•^*-*- Dear Saviour, daily more like thee ! 
Thy fair example may we trace, 

To teach us what we ought to be ! 

2 Oh, how benevolent, and kind ! 

How mild ! — how ready to forgive ! 
Be this the temper of our mind. 

And these the rules by which we live. 

3 To do his heavenly Father's will 

Was his employment and delight; 
Humility and holy zeal 

Shone through his life divinely bright. 

4 Dispensing good where'er he came, 

The labors of his life were love ; 
Then, if we bear the Saviour's name, 
By his example let us move. 

5 But ah ! how blind ! — how weak we are ! 

How frail ! — how apt to turn aside ! 
Lord, we depend upon thy care, 
And ask thy Spirit for our guide. 

11 January 11. S. M. St, Thomas, 

THE YOUNG ASKING DIVINE GUIDANCE. 

" Wilt thou not from this time cry unto me, My Father, thou 
art the guide of my youth ?" — Jer. iii. 4. 

1 "pilOM earliest dawn of life, 

-■- Thy goodness we have shared ; 
And still we live to sing thy praise, 
By sovereign mercy spared. 

2 To learn and do thy will, 

Lord, our hearts incline ; 

And o'er the paths of future life 

Command thy light to shine. 

3 While taught thy word of truth, 
May we that word receive ; 

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12, 13 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

And when we hear of Jesus' name, 
In that blest name believe ! 

4 Oh ! let us never tread 

The broad, destructive road, 
But trace those holy paths which lead 
To glory, and to God. 

LZ January 12. C. M. Arlington. 

GOD OTTR BENEFACTOR. 

"The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord."— Ps. xxxiii. 5. 

1 TEHOVAH, God ! thy gracious power 
^ On every hand we see ; 

Oh ! may the blessings of each hoTir 
Lead all our thoughts to thee. 

2 If, on the wings of morn, we speed 

To earth's remotest bound, 
Thy hand will there our journey lead. 
Thine arm our path surround. 

d Thy power is in the ocean deeps, 
And reaches to the skies ; 
Thine eye of mercy never sleeps. 
Thy goodness never dies. 

4 From morn till noon — till latest eve, 
Thy hand, God, we see ; 
And all the blessings we receive 
Proceed alone from thee. 

6 In all the varying scenes of time. 
On thee our hopes depend ; 
In every age — in every clime. 
Our Father and our Friend. 

±0 January 13. CM. Warwich 

A MORNING SONG. 

" I Trill sing of thy power ; yea, I will sing aloud of thy 
mercy in the morning." — Ps. lix. 16. 

1 f~^ OD of my life ! my morning song 
^^ To thee I cheerful raise : 
Thy acts of love 'tis good to sing, 
And pleasant 'tis to praise. 

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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 14, 15 

2 Preserved by thine almighty arm, 

I passed the shades of night, 
Serene, and safe from every harm, 
To see the morning light. 

3 Oh ! let the same almighty care 

Through all this day attend : 
From every danger — every snare, 
My heedless steps defend. 

4 Smile on my minutes as they roll, 

And guide my future days ; 
And let thy goodness fill my soul 
With gratitude and praise. 

±4: January 14. L. M. Tlxbridge, 

MAJESTY OF GOD. 

" I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of 
thy wondrous works." — Ps. cxlv. 5. 

1 /^OME, my soul ! in sacred lays, . 
^ Attempt thy great Creator's praise ; 
But oh ! what tongue can speak his fame ? 
What mortal verse can reach the theme ? 

2 Enthroned amid the radiant spheres. 
He glory, like a garment, wears ; 

To form a robe of light divine 

Ten thousand suns around him shine. 

3 In all our Maker's grand designs. 
Omnipotence, with wisdom, shines ; 

His works, through all this wondrous frame. 
Declare the glory of his name. 

4 Raised on devotion's lofty wing. 

Do thou, my soul ! his glories sing ; 
And let his praise employ thy tongue, 
Till listening worlds shall join the song. 

lO January 15. C. M. Coronation, 

THE SAVIOXJR'S INVITATION. 

" Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall 
never thirst; hut the water that I shall give him, shall be 
in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life."— 
John iv. 14. 

1 T^HE Saviour calls, let every ear 
-*■ Attend the heavenly sound ; 

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16 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

Ye doubting souls ! dismiss your fear, 
Hope smiles reviving round. 

2 For every thirsty, longing heart, 

Here streams of bounty flow, 
And life, and health, and bliss impurt, 
To banish mortal wo. 

3 Ye sinners ! come ; 'tis mercy's voice ; 

That gracious voice obey ; 
Mercy invites to heavenly joys, — 
And can you yet delay ? 

4 Dear Saviour ! draw reluctant hearts ; 

To thee let sinners fly. 
And take the bliss thy love imparts, 
And drink, and never die. 



16 January 16. CM. Balerma, 

YOUTH DEVOTED TO GOD. 

" My son, forget not my law ; but let thine heart keep my 
commandments : for length of days, and long life, and peaxie 
shall they add to thee." — Prov. iii. 1, 2. 

1 "ITOUTH, when devoted to the Lord, 

-*- Are pleasing in his eyes ; 
A flower, though off"er'd in the bud, 
Is no vain sacrifice. 

2 'Tis easier far if we begin 

To fear the Lord betimes ; 
For sinners who grow old in sin 
Are hardened by their crimes. 

3 It saves us from a thousand snares 

To mind religion young ; 
Grace will preserve our following years 
And make our virtues strong. 

4 To thee, Almighty God, to thee 

Our hearts we now resign : 
'Twill please us to look back and see 
That our whole lives were thine. 
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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 17, 18 

1 7 January 17. C. M. Peterborough, 

A MORNING HYMN. 

"Cause me to hear thy loTing-kindness in the morning ; for 
in thee do I ti'ust." — r^. cxliii. 8. 

1 /^NCE more, my soul, the rising day 
" Salutes thy waking eyes : 

Once more, my voice, thy tribute pay 
To him who rules the skies. 

2 'Tis he supports my mortal frame ; 

My tongue shall speak his praise : 
My sins would rouse his wrath to flame, 
And yet his wrath delays. 

3 How many souls from earth have fled 

Since the last setting sun ! 
And yet thou lengthenest out my thread, 
And yet my moments run. 

4 Great God ! let all my hours be thine, 

While I enjoy the light; 
Then shall my sun in smiles decline, 
And bring a peaceful night. 



io January 18. L. M. Effingham. 

PRATER FOR DIVINE GUIDANCE. 

" Order my steps in thy wotd ; and let not any iniquity have 
dominion over me." — Ps. cxix. 133. 

1 pREAT God! our Father and our Friend, 
^^ On whom we cast our constant care. 
On whom for all things we depend, 

To thee we raise our humble prayer. 

2 Endue us with a holy fear ; 

The frailty of our hearts reveal ; 

Sin and its snares are always near — 

Thee may we always nearer feel. 

3 Oh ! that to thee each youthful mind 

May with a steadfast love aspire ; 
The path of wisdom early find. 
And check the rise of wrong desire. 
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19, 20 HYMNS rOR SCHOOLS, [JAX. 

4 Oh ! that our watchful souls may fly 

The first perceived approach of sin ; 
Look up to thee when danorer's nigh, 
And feel thy fear control within. 

5 Search, gracious God ! each inmost heart ; 

From guilt and error set us free ; 
Thy light, and truth, and peace impart. 
And guide us safe to heaven and thee. 



19 January 19. S. M. Watchman. 

THE GOOD SKEPHERD. 

" The Lord is my shepherd ; I shall not want" — Pis. xxiii. 1. 

1 T^HE Lord my shepherd is ; 
-■- I shall be well supplied ; 

Since he is mine, and I am his, 
"What can I want beside ? 

2 He leads me to the place 
Where heavenly pasture grows ; 

"Where living waters gently pass, 
And full salvation flows. 

3 If e'er I go astray, 

He doth my soul reclaim ; 
And guides me in his own right way, 
For his most holy name. 

4 "While he aff^ords his aid, 
I cannot yield to fear : 

Though I should walk through death's dark shade, 
My Shepherd's with me there. 



20 January 20. L, M. Ward, 

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST. 

" Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example that we 
should foUoTT his steps.'* — 1 Pet. iL 21. 

1 A ND is the gospel peace and love ? 

■^^ Such let our conversation be ; 

The serpent blended with the dove> 

"Wisdom and meek simplicity. 



JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 21 

2 Whene'er the angry passions rise, 

And tempt our thoughts or tongues to strife, 
On Jesus let us fix our eyes. 
Bright pattern of the Christian life. 

3 Oh, how benevolent and kind! 

How mild I how ready to forgive ! 
Be his the temper of our mind, 

And his the rules by which we live. 

4 To do his heavenly Father's will 

Was his employment and delight : 
Humility and holy zeal 

Shone through his life divinely bright. 

5 Dispensing good where'er he came, 

The labours of his life were love : 
Then, if we love the Saviour's name, 
By his example let us move. 



JiL January 21. 7Sr PleyeVs Hymn, 

THE EEIGN OP CHRIST. 

" The Lord hath anoiiited me to pre.ii h good tidings unto 
the meek; he hath sent me to bind up tlie broken-hearted, to 
proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison 
to them that are bound." — Isaiah Ixi. 1. 

1 TTAaTEN, Lord ! the glorious time, 
-■■-■- When, beneath Messiah's s^^ay, 
Every >iation, every clime, 

Shall the gospel-call obey. 

2 ]?l!ghtiest kings his power shall own, 

Heathen tribes his name adore ; 
Satan and his host, o'erthrown. 

Bound in chains, shall hurt no more. 

3 Then shall wars and tumults cease, 

Then be broken slavery's chain ; 
Righteousness, and joy, and peace, 
Undisturbed shall ever reign. 

4 Bless we, then, our gracious Lord; 

Ever praise his glorious name ; 
All his mighty acts record ; 

All his wondrous love proclaim. 

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22,23 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

Z2i January 22. L. M. Hebron. 

GOD OUR FATHER. 

"Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little 
child, he shall not enter therein." — Mark x. 15. 

1 r^ REAT God ! and wilt thou condescend 
^-^ To be my Father and my friend? 

I but a child, and thou so high, 
The Lord of earth, and air, and sky ! 

2 Art thou my Father ? — Let me be 
A meek, obedient child to thee ; 
And try, in every deed and thought, 
To serve and please thee as I ought. 

3 Art thou my Father ?— I'll depend 
Upon the care of such a friend; 
^nd only wish to do and be 
Whatever seemeth good to thee. 

4 Art thou my Father ? — Then, at last, 
When all my days on earth are past. 
Send down, and take me, in thy love, 
To be thy better child above. 



23 January 23. C. M. Medfield, 

GOODNESS OP GOD. 

" Thou art good, and doest good ; teach me thy statutes.** — 
Fs. exix. 68. 

1 T ORD, I would own thy tender care, 
-^ And all thy love to me ; 
The food I eat, the clothes I wear, 

Are all bestow' d by thee. 

2 'Tis thou preservest me from death 

And dangers every hour ; 
I cannot draw another breath, 
Unless thou givest the power. 

3 My health, and friends, and parents dear, 

To me by God are given ; 
I have not any blessings here, 
But what are sent from heaven. 



JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 24,25 

4 Such goodness, Lord, and constant care, 
A cMid can ne'er repay ; 
But may it be my daily prayer 
To love thee and obey. 

Z4: January 24. L. M. Missiojiary Chant. 

NATURE AND REVELATION. 

" The judgments of the Lord 'are true and righteous alto- 
gether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, thaii 
much fine gold." — Ps. xix. 9, 10. 

1 ^HE heavens declare thy glory, Lord ! 
-■- In every star thy vrisdom shines ; 
But when our eyes behold thy word, 

We read thy name in fairer lines. 

2 The rolling sun, the changing light, 

And nights and days thy power confess ; 
But the blest volume thou hast writ 
Keveals thy justice and thy grace. 

3 Nor shall thy spreading gospel rest, 

Till through the world thy truth has run. 
Till Christ has all the nations blest, 
That see the light, or feel the sun. 

4 Great Sun of Righteousness ! arise ; 

Bless the dark world with heavenly light ; 
Thy gospel makes the simple wise, 

Thy laws are pure, thy judgments right. 

5 Thy noblest wonders here we view, 

In souls renew' d, and sins forgiven: 
Lord ! cleanse my sins, my soul renew, 
And make thy word my guide to heaven. 



Ao January 25. 7s & 6s. Missionary. 

PRATER. 

'• Pray without ceasing." — 1 Thess. v. 17. 

1/^0, when the morning shineth, 
^-^ Go, when the noon is bright, 
Go, when the eve declineth. 
Go, in the hush of night ; 

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26 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

Go, with pure mind and feeling, 

Put earthly thoughts away, 
And, in God's presence kneeling, 

Do thou in secret pray. 

2 Bemember all who love thee, 

All who are loved b}^ thee ; 
Pray, too, for those who hate thee, 

If any such there be ; 
Then for thyself, in meekness, 

A blessing humbly claim. 
And blend with each petition 

Thy great Kedeemer's name. 

3 Or, if 'tis e'er denied thee 

In solitude to pray. 
Should holy thoughts come o'er thee 

When friends are round thy way, 
E'en then, the silent breathing 

Thy spirit lifts above 
Will reach his throne of glory, 

Wliere dwells eternal love. 

4 Oh, not a joy or blessing 

With this can we compare, — 
The grace our Father gives us 

To pour our souls in prayer ! 
W^hene'er thou pin'st in sadness, 

On him who saveth, call; 
And ever in thy gladness. 

Thank him who gave thee all. 



JiD January 26. L. M. Quito, 

CHRIST'S KINGDOM. 

"He shall judge the people with righteousness: he shall 
break in pieces the oppressor : his name shall endure for ever; 
and men shall he blessed in him," — Fs. Ixxii. 2, 4, 17. 

1 TESUS shall reign where'er the sun 
^ Does his successive journeys run; 
His kingdom stretch from shore to shore. 
Till moons shall wax and wane no more. 

2 For him shall endless prayer bo made. 
And praises throng to crown his hsad; 

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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 27 

His name, like sweet perfume, shall rise 
Witli every morning sacrifice. 

3 People and realms of every tongue 
Dwell on his love with sweetest song; 
And infant voices shall proclaim 
Their early blessings on his name. 

4 Blessings abound where'er he reigns; 
The joyful captive bursts his chains; 
The weary find eternal rest, 

And all the sons of want are blest. 

5 Let every creature rise and bring 
Peculiar honors to our King ; 
Angels descend with songs again, 
And earth repeat the loud amen! 



JiJ January 27. C. M. Balerma, 

GOD TO BE SOUGHT IN TOTJTH. 

""Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and 
with all thy getting get understanding." — Prov. iv. 7. 

1 TN life's gay morn, when sprightly youth 
-*- With vital ardor glows. 

And shines in all the fairest charms 
That beauty can disclose ; — 

2 Deep in thy soul, before its powers 

Are yet by vice enslaved, 
Be thy Creator's glorious name 
And character engraved; — 

3 Ere yet the shades of sorrow cloud 

The sunshine of thy days, 
And cares and toils, in endless round, 
Encompass all thy ways; — 

4 Ere yet thy heart the woes of age, 

"With vain regret, deplore. 

And sadly muse on former joys, 

That now return no more. 

5 True wisdom, early sought and gained, 

In age will give thee rest ; 
Oh, then, improve the morn of life. 
To make its evening blest. 

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28, 29 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 

JiO January 28. C. M. Christmas, 



*'Now they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly, 
•wherefore God is not a&hamed to be called their God ; for ho 
hath prepared for them a city." — Heb. xi. 16. 



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TTARKI from that glorious world, what songs 
-■--^ Those heavenly voices raise ; 
Ten thousand thousand infant tongues 
Unite in perfect praise. 

2 Those are the hymns that we shall know, 

If Jesus we obey ; 
That is the place where we shall go, 
If found in wisdom's way. 

3 This is the joy we ought to seek, 

And make our chief concern ; 
For this we come from week to week 
To read, and hear, and learn. 

4 Our earthly race will soon be run, 

Our mortal frame decay; 
Scholars and teachers, one by one, 
Must droop and pass away. 

5 Great God! impress the serious thought 

Each day on every breast; 
That both the teachers and the taught 
May enter to thy rest. 



29 January 29. L. IL Alfreion, 

god's caee acknowledged. 

^ give thanks nnto the Lord, for he is good : for his mercy 
endureth for ever." — Ps. cTii. 1. 

1 /?j.IVE thanks to God — he reigns above ; 
^-^ Kind are his thoughts, his name is love; 

His mercy ages past have known. 
And ages long to come shall own. 

2 His smile illumes the morning ray, 
His arm protects us through the day; 
His ever-watchful eye T^'ill keep 

And Ecuard us safely while we sleep. 
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JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 30 

3 He feeds and clothes us all the way, 
He guides our footsteps lest we stray, 
He leads us with a father's hand, 
And brings us to the heavenly land. 

4 Oh! let us, then, with joy record 
The truth and goodness of the Lgrd ; 
How great his works — how kind his ways! 
Let every tongue pronounce his praise. 



30 January 30. CM. Mear. 

PBAYER FOR WISDOM. 

"Because thou hast not asked riches, -wealth, or honour, 
neither hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and 
knowledge for thyself: wisdom and knowledge is granted 
unto thee."— 2 Chron. i. 11, 12. 

1 A LMIGHTY God, in humble prayer 
-^ To thee our souls we lift ; 

Do thou our waiting minds prepare 
For thy most needful gift. 

2 We ask not golden streams of wealth 

Along our path to flow; 
We ask not undecaying health, 
Nor length of years below : 

3 We ask not honors, which an hour 

May bring and take away ; 
We ask not pleasure, pomp, or power, 
Lest we should go astray : 

4 We ask for wisdom : Lord, impart 

The knowledge how to live ; 
A wise and understanding heart 
To each of us now give. 

5 May we remember thee in youth, 

Before the evil days ; 
And e'er be guided by thy truth 
Li wisdom's pleasant ways. 



81, 32 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

31 January 31. S. M. St. Thomas. 

THE lord's PEAYia. 

"After this manner pray ye."— ifo^. Ti. 9. 

1 O^^^ Heavenly Father, hear 
^-^ The prayer ive offer now : 

Thy name be hallowed far and near, 
To thee all nations bow. 

2 Thy kingdom come ; thy will 
On earth be done in love, 

As saints and seraphim fulfil 
Thy perfect law above. 

3 Our daily bread supply, 
While by thy word we live ; 

The guilt of our iniquity 
Forgive as we forgive. 

4 From dark temptation's power 
Our feeble hearts defend; 

Deliver in the evil hour, 
And guide us to the end. 

5 Thine, then, for ever be 
Glory and power divine ; 

The sceptre, throne, and majesty 
Of heaven and earth are thine. 



oZ February 1. C. M. Arlington. 

BREATHING APTER HOLINESS. 

*• send out thy light and thy truth : let them lead me ; let 
them briQg me unto thy holy hill." — Ps. xliii. 3. 

1 C\ THAT the Lord would guide my ways 
^^ To keep his statutes still ; 

that my God would grant me grace 
To know and do his will. 

2 send thy Spirit down to write 

Thy law upon my heart ; 
Nor let my tongue indulge deceit. 
Nor act the liar's part. 
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FEB.] HY3INS FOR SCHOOLS, 33, 34 

3 From vanity turn off mine eyes ; 

Let no corrupt design 
Nor covetous desires arise 
Within this soul of mine. 

4 Order my footsteps by thy word, 

And make my heart sincere ; 
Let sin have no dominion, Lord! 
But keep my conscience clear. 

5 Make me to walk in thy commands — 

'Tis a delightful road ; 
Nor let my head, or heart, or hands, 
Offend against my God. 



So February 2. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn. 

GOD'S AH) INVOKED IN THE MORNING. 

"0 Lord, be gracious unto us, be thou our arm erery morn- 
ing, our salvation also in the time of trouble." — Isa. xxxiii. 2. 

1 "jV^OW the shades of night are gone ; 
-'-^ Now the morning light is come : 
Lord, may we be thine to-day; 
Drive the shades of sin away. 

2 Fill our soUxS ^v'tli heavenly light, 
Banish doubt, and clear our sight ; 
Li thy service. Lord, to-day, 

May we stand, and watch, and pray. 

3 Keep our haughty passions bound ; 
Save us from our foes around ; 
Going out and coming in. 

Keep us safe from every sin. 

o4: February 3. 7s & 6s. Bomaine, 

JESUS WELCOMED. 

" Hosanna to the Son of David : blessed is he that cometh in 
the name of the Lord : hosanna in the highest." — Matt, xxi, 9. 

1 TI/^HEN, his salvation bringing, 
' ' To Zion Jesus came. 
The children all stood singing 
Hosanna to Ms name. 



35 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

Nor did their zeal oflFend Mm, 

But as he rode along, 
He bade them still attend him, 

And smiled to hear their song. 

2 And since the Lord retaineth 

His love for children still, 
Though now as King he reigneth 

On Zion's heavenly hill, 
We'll flock around his banner 

Who sits upon the throne ; 
And cry aloud, '* Hosanna 

To David's royal Son." 

3 For should we fail proclaiming 

Our great Eedeemer's praise. 
The stones, our silence shaming, 

Might well hosanna raise. 
But shall we only render 

The tribute of our words ? 
No ! while our hearts are tender, 

They, too, shall be the Lord's. 

00 February 4. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn. 

TEMPERANCE HTMN * 

"Who hath -wo? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? 
who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who 
hath redness of eyes ? They that tarry long at the wine ; they 
that go to seek mixed wine." — Prov. xxiii. 29, 30. 

1 OOURCE of being, Holy Father, 
^ With the day's returning light. 
Here again with thanks we gather, 

For the mercies of the night. 

2 Pillows wet with tears of anguish. 

Couches pressed in sleepless woe. 
Where the sons of riot languish. 
Father, may we never know ! 

3 For the maddening cup shall never 

To our thirsting lips be pressed. 
But our draught shall be, for ever. 
The cold water thou hast blessed. 

* On the 4th of February, 1813, the " Massachusetts Socierty 

for the Suppression of Intemperance" was fonned, — the first of 

the kind in our country. 

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FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 36, 37 

4 This shall give us strength to labour, 

This, make all our stores increase ; 
This, with thee and with our neighbour, 
Bind us in the bonds of peace. 

5 For the lake, the well, the river, 

Water brook, and crystal spring, 
Do we now, to thee, the Giver, 
Thanks, our daily tribute, bring. 

36 PebniaryS. CM. St. Martin's, 

OUR SAFETY IN GOD. 

*•' The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil : he shall pre- 
serve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and 
thy coming in." — Fs. cxxi. 7, 8. 

1 (\^ thee, each morning, my God, 

^^ My waking thoughts attend ; 
In thee are founded all my hopes. 
In thee my wishes end. 

2 ]My soul, in pleasing wonder lost, 

Thy boundless love surveys; 
And, fired with grateful zeal, prepares 
A sacrifice of praise. 

3 When evening slumbers press my eyes, 

With his protection blest. 

In peace and safety I commit 

My weary limbs to rest. 

4 My spirit, in his hand secure. 

Fears no approaching ill ; 
For, whether waking or asleep, 
Thou, Lord, art with me still. 

o7 February 6. L. M. Uxhridge. 

THE INFLUENCE OF THE SPmiT INVOKED. 

"Thou Shalt guide me ^Tith thy counsel, and afterward re- 
ceive me to glory." — Ps. Ixxili. 24. 

1 /^O^IE, grocious Spirit, heavenly Dove, 
^ With light and comfort from above ; 
Be thou our Guardian, thou our Guide; 
O'er every thought and step preside. 

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88, 39 HYMNS rOR schools. [FEB. 

2 To us the light of truth display, 

And make us know and choose thy way ; 
Plant holy fear in every heart. 
That we from God may ne'er depart. 

3 Lead us to holiness — the road 

Which we must take to dwell with God ; 
Lead us to Christ — the living way ; 
Nor let us from his pastures stray ; — 

4 Lead us to God, — our final rest, — 
To be with him for ever blest ; 

Lead us to heaven, its bliss to share — 
Fulness of joy for ever there. 

So February 7. L. M. Truro. 

GLORY AXD GRACE IN CHRIST. 

*^ Sing unto the Lord, bless his name ; show forth his salva- 
tion from day to day." — Ps. xcvi. 2. 

1 XrOW to the Lord a noble song ! 

-*-^ Awake, my soul ! awake, my tongue ! 

Hosanna to the eternal name. 

And all his boundless love proclaim. 

2 See where it shines in Jesus' face, — 
The brightest image of his grace ! 
God, in the person of his Son, 

Has all his mightiest works outdone. 

3 Grace ! — 'tis a sweet, a charming theme ; 
My thoughts rejoice at Jesus' name : 

Ye angels ! dwell upon the sound ; 
Ye heavens ! reflect it to the ground. 

4 Oh ! may I reach that happy place 
Where he unveils his lovely face ; 
"Where all his beauties you behold. 
And sing his name to harps of gold. 

o9 Februarys. L. M. Effingham, 

PLEASURE OF COMMUNING WITH GOD. 

*•' My meditation of him shall be sweet. I will be glad in the 
Lord."— P5. civ. 34. 

1 TTOW sweet to leave the world a while, 
-*"*- And seek the presence of our Lord ! 

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FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 40, 41 

Dear Saviour, on thy people smile, 
And come according to thy word. 

2 From busy scenes we now retreat, 

That we may here converse with thee ; 
Lord, behold us at thy feet ! 
Let this the gate of heaven be. 

3 Come, blest Redeemer, now appear ; 

May we by faith behold thy face ! 
Oh speak, that we thy voice may hear, 
And let thy presence fill this place ! 

40 February 9. L. M. Tfxbridge, 

THE SINNER INVITED TO GOD. 

'• That they may return every man from his evil "way ; that 
I may forgive their iniquity and their sin." — Jer. xxxvi. 3, 

1 "OETURN, wanderer ! now return, 
-*-^ And seek thine injured Father's face; 
Those new desires that in thee burn, 

Were kindled by reclaiming grace. 

2 Return, wanderer ! now return. 

He hears thy deep repentant sigh ; 
He hears thy softened spirit mourn, 
When no intruding ear is nigh. 

3 Return, wanderer ! now return, 

Thy Saviour bids thy spirit live ; 
Go to his bleeding feet, and learn 
How freely Jesus can forgive. 

4 Return, wanderer ! now return, 

And wipe away the falling tear ; 
Thy Father calls — "No longer mourn 1" 
'Tis mercy's voice invites thee near. 

4:1 February 10. C. M. Coronation, 

THE saviour's MISSION AND LOVE. 

"Who gave himself for our sins?, that he might deliver us 
from this present evil world." — Gal. i. 4. 



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HE Saviour ! — Oh ! what endless charms 
Dwell in the blissful sound ! 

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42 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

Its influence every fear disarms, 
And spreads sweet peace around. 

2 Here pardon, life, and joys divine, 

In rich effusion flovr, 
For guilty rebels lost in sin, 
And doomed to endless tvo. 

3 Oh ! the rich depths of love divine, 

Of bliss a boundless store ! 
Dear Saviour ! let me call thee mine ; 
I cannot wish for more. 

4 On thee alone my hope relies, 

Beneath thy cross I fall ; 
My Lord, my life, my sacrifice, 
My Saviour and my all ! 



42 February 11. 7s. Sahbatlu 

PRATER FOR A CHRISTIAN TEMPER. 

"Be ye therefore followers of God. as dear children; and 
walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us."' — Bph. v. 1, 2. 

1 r^ OD of truth, and God of love ! 
^-^ Send thy Spirit from above ! 
Teach ns so to speak and hear 
That thy glory may appear — 
That in us the world may find 
All our Master's gentle mind ; 
Thus our fellowship approve, 
God of truth, and God of love ! 



God of truthj and God of love ! 
O'er our wayward tempers move ; 
Touch them with celestial fire. 
Holy love and zeal inspire : 
While we feel the sacred glow, 
Lay each evil passion low ; 
Frame us for the world above, 
God of truth, and God of love ! 
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PEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 43, 44 

43 February 12. CM. Mear, 

THE MEECY-8EAT. 

^« I have trusted in thy mercy ; ray heart shall rejoice in thy 
galvation."— i^. xiii. 6. 

1 X\EAR Father ! to thy mercy-seat 
-^ My soul for shelter flies : 

'Tis here I find a safe retreat, 
When storms and tempests rise. 

2 My cheerful hope can never die, 

If thou, my God ! art near ; 
Thy grace can raise my comforts high, 
And banish every fear. 

3 My great Protector, and my Lord! 

Thy constant aid impart ; 
Oh ! let thy kind, thy gracious word 
Sustain my trembling heart. 

4 Oh ! never let my soul remove 

From this divine retreat ; 
Still let me trust thy power and love. 
And dwell beneath thy feet. 



44 February 13. L. M. Portugal 

god's goodness unceasing. 

" Oh, how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for 
them that fear thee." — Fs. xxxi. 19. 

1 IVTY God, how endless is thy love ! 
XTX ipjiy gifig Q^YQ every evening new ; 
And morning mercies from above 

Gently distil like early dew. 

2 Thou spread'st the curtains of the night, 

Great Guardian of my sleeping hours, 
Thy sovereign word restores the light, 
And quickens all my drowsy powers. 

3 I yield my powers to thy command, 

To thee I consecrate my days ; 
Perpetual blessings from thy hand 
Demand perpetual songs of praise, 
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45,46 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

4:0 February 14. C. M. Peterborough. 

CHRIST THE TTAT, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. 

" Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the 
life : no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. — John xiy. 6. 

1 nnHOU art the way — to thee alone 
-*- From sin and death we flee ; 
And he who would the Father seek, 

Must seek him, Lord, by thee. 

2 Thou art the truth — thy word alone 

True wisdom can impart ; 
Thou only canst inform the mind 
And purify the heart. 

3 Thou art the life — the rending tomb 

Proclaims thy conquering arm. 
And those who put their trust in thee 
Nor death, nor hell shall harm. 

4 Thou art the way — the truth — the life ; 

Grant us that way to know. 
That TRUTH to keep — that life to win, 
Whose joys eternal flow. 

4o February 15. C. M. Arlington. 

GOD EVERYWHERE. 

"Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art 
acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word in 
my tongue, but lo, Lord, thou knowest it altogether."— 
I's. cxxxix. 3, 4. 

1 TN all my vast concerns with thee, 
-*- In Tain my soul would try 

To shun thy presence. Lord, or flee 
The notice of thine eye. 

2 Thine all-surrounding sight surveys 

My rising and my rest ; 
My public walks, my private ways. 
And secrets of my breast. 

3 My thoughts lie open to the Lord, 

Before they're formed within ; 
And ere my lips pronounce the word. 
He knows the sense I mean. 
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FEB.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 47 

4 Oh, wondrous knowledge, deep and higli ! 

Where can a creature hide ? 
Within thy circling arms I lie, 
Beset on every side. 

5 So let thy grace surround me still, 

And like a bulwark prove, 
To guard my soul from every ill, 
Secured by sovereign love. 



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February 16. 7s. & 6s. Eomaine, 



THE REIGN OP CHRIST. 



" And he shall speak peace unto the heathen : and his do- 
minion shall be from sea to sea, and from the river to the ends 
of the earth."— ZecA. ix. 10. 

1 XT AIL to the Lord's anointed ! 
■^^ Great David's greater Son; 
Hail, in the time appointed, 

His reign on earth begun ! 
He comes to break oppression, • 

To set the captive free. 
To take away transgression. 

And rule in equity. 

2 He comes, with succour speedy 

To those who suffer wrong ; 
To help the poor and needy, 

And bid the weak be strong ; 
Before him on the mountains, 

Shall Peace, the herald, go ; 
And righteousness, in fountains, 

From hill to valley flow. 

3 For him shall prayer unceasing, 

And daily vows ascend ; 
His kingdom still increasing, 

A kingdom without end : 
The tide of time shall never 

His covenant remove ; 
His name shall stand for ever ; 

That name to us is — Love. 

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48,49 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

48 February 17. C. M. Rochester. 

"WHO IS MY NEIGHBOR?" 

" To do good, and to communicate,* forget not : for with sucb 
sacrifice God is well pleased." — Heb. xiii. 16. 

1 TITHO is thy neighbor ? he whom thou 

^ ^ Hast power to aid or bless ; 
Whose aching heart or burning brow 
Thy soothing hand may press. 

2 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the fainting poor, 

Whose eye with want is dim ; 

Oh, enter thou his humble door, 

With aid and peace for him. 

3 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the heart bereft 

Of every earthly gem ; 
Widow and orphan helpless left : — 
Go thou, and shelter them. 

4 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the weary slave, 

Fettered in mind and limb ; 
He hath no hope this side the grave ; 
Gro thou and ransom him. 

6 Thy neighbor ? pass no mourner by ; 
Perhaps thou canst redeem 
A breaking heart from misery ; — 
Go, share thy lot with him. 

49 February 18. L. M. Wells, 

GRATITUDE FOR THE SAVIOUR. 

« Thanks be unto Grod for his unspeakable gift." — 2 Cbr. ix. 15. 

1 "VTOW let my soul, eternal King ! 

-'-^ To thee its grateful tribute bring : 
My knee with humble homage bow ; 
My tongue perform its solemn vow. 

2 All nature sings thy boundless love, 
In worlds below — and worlds above : 
But in thy blessed word I trace 
Diviner wonders of thy grace. 

* "To communicate or impart to others; that is, to share 
with them what we have."— jBttrnes. 
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FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 50 

3 There wliat delightful truths I read 
There I behold the Saviour bleed : 
His name salutes my listening ear, 
Revives my heart, and checks my fear. 

4 There Jesus bids my sorrows cease, 
And gives my laboring conscience peace ; 
Raises my grateful passions high, 

And points to mansions in the sky. 

6 For love like this, oh ! let my song. 

Through endless years thy praise prolong ; 
Let distant climes thy name adore, 
Till time and nature are no more. 



50 February 19. CM. Medjleld, 

WHAT IS PRATER? 

"In every thing by prayer and supplication with thank*, 
giving let your requests be made known unto God.— PhU. iv. U 

1 "pRAYER is the soul's sincere desire, 
-t Unuttered or expressed ; 

The motion of a hidden fire 
That trembles in the breast. 

2 Prayer is the burden of a sigh. 

The falling of a tear. 
The upward glancing of an eye, — 
When none but God is near. 

3 Prayer is the simplest form of speech 

That infant lips can try ; — 
Prayer, the sublimest strains that reach 
The Majesty on high. 

4 Prayer is the Christian's vital breath, 

The Christian's native air ; 
His watchword at the gates of death, — 
He enters heaven with prayer. 

5 Prayer is the contrite sinner's voice, 

Returning from his ways ; 
While angels, in their songs, rejoice, 
And cry,—" Behold he prays !" 

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51, 52 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

6 Thou ! by whom we come to God, 
The life, the truth, the way, — 
The path of prayer thyself hast trod : — 
Lord ! teach us how to pray. 

51 February 20. C. M. Warwick. 

HABITUAL DEVOTION. 

" Every day will I bless thee, and I will praise thy name for 
ever and ever." — Ps. cxlv. 2. 

1 TJCTHILE thee I seek, protecting Power ! 

* » Be my vain wishes stilled ; 
And may this consecrated hour 
With better hopes be filled. 

2 Thy love the power of thought bestowed ; 

To thee*my thoughts would soar: 
Thy mercy o'er my life has flowed ; 
That mercy I adore. 

3 In each event of life how clear 

Thy ruling hand I see ! 
Each blessing to my soul most dear, 
Because conferred by thee. 

4 In every joy that crowns my days, 

In every pain I bear, 
My heart shall find delight in praise, 
Or seek relief in prayer. 

5 When gladness wings my favored hour. 

Thy love my thoughts shall fill ; 
Resigned, when storms of sorrow lower. 
My soul shall meet thy will. 

6 My lifted eye, without a tear, 

The gathering storm shall see ; 
My steadfast heart shall know no fear; 
That heart will rest on thee. 

OJi February 21. C. M. Lanesborough. 

EARLY PIETY. 

" My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my 
ways: so shalt thou find favour and good understanding in 
the sight of God and man." — Pi^ov. xxiii. 26 : iii. 4. 



1 TN t] 
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the soft season of thy youth, 
nature's smiling bloom, 
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FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 53 

Ere age arrive, and trembling wait 
Its summons to the tomb ; 

2 Remember thy Creator, God ! 

For him thy powers employ ; 
Make him thy fear, thy love, thy hope, 
Thy confidence, thy joy. 

3 He shall defend and guide thy course 

Through life's uncertain sea; 
Till thou art landed on the shore 
Of blessed eternity. 

4 Then seek the Lord betimes, and choose 

The path of heavenly truth ; 
The earth affords no lovelier sight 
Than a religious youth. 

53 February 22. C. M. Balerma. 

FORGIVENESS OF INJURIES. 

"For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heaveiily 
Father will also forgive you." — Matt. vi. 14. 

1 Ty^HEN, for some little insult given, 

* ^ My angry passions rise, 
I'll think how Jesus came from heaven, 
And bore his injuries. 

2 He was insulted every day. 

Though all his words were kind ; 
But nothing men could do or say 
Disturbed his heavenly mind. 

3 Not all the wicked scoffs he heard, 

Against the truths he taught, 
Excited one reviling word. 
Or one revengeful thought. 

4 And when upon the cross he bled, 

With all his foes in view, 
** Father, forgive their sins," he said; 
" They know not what they do." 

5 Dear Jesus, may I learn of thee 

My temper to amend ; 
And speak the pardoning word for me, 
Whenever I offend. 

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54; 55 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

54: February 23. H. M. Lenox, 

JOY AT THE SAYIOTJR*S BIRTH. 

"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will 
toward men." — Luke ii. 14. 

1 TTARK! hark !— the notes of joy 
-*--*- Roll o'er the heavenly plains, 
And seraphs find employ 

For their sublimest strains ; 
Some new delight in heaven is known ; 
Loud sound the harps around the throne. 

2 Hark! hark! — the sounds draw nigh, 

The joyful hosts descend ; 
Jesus forsakes the sky, 

To earth his footsteps bend ; 
He comes to bless our fallen race ; 
He comes with messages of grace. 

3 Bear, bear the tidings round ; 

Let every mortal know 
"What love in Grod is found, 

^Vhat pity he can show ; 
Ye winds that blow ! ye waves that roll ! 
Bear the glad news from pole to pole. 

4 Strike, strike the harps again, 

To great Immanuel's name ; 
Arise, ye sons of men ! 

And all his grace proclaim ; 
Angels and men ! wake every string, 
For 'tis the Saviour's praise we sing. 

55 Febniary24. L. M. Hebron. 

TEACHINGS AND IXVI'^ATION OP JESUS, 

"Come unto me, all ye that labour, and ate heavy laden, 
and I will give you rest." — Matt. xi. 28. 

1 LI OW sweetly flowed the gospel's sound 
-■-'- From lips of gentleness and grace. 
When listening thousands gathered round, 

And joy and reverence filled the place ! 

2 From heaven he came, of heaven he spoke, 

To heaven he led his followers' way : 
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FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 56, 57 

Dark clouds of gloomy night he broke, 
Unveiling an immortal day. 

3 "Come, wanderers, to my Father's home, 
Come, all ye weary ones, and rest 1" 
Yes, sacred Teacher, we will come, 
Obey thee, love thee, and be blest. 



56 February 25. C. M. Feterhorough, 

PRAYER FOR WISDOM. 

" How much better is it to get wisdom than gold ! and to get 
understanding rather to be chosen than silver !" — Prov. xvi. 16. 

1 Tj^ATHER of light ! conduct our feet 

-'- Through life's dark, dangerous road ; 
Let each advancing step still bring 
Us nearer to our God. 

2 Let heaven-eyed prudence be our guide ; 

And when we go astray, 
Recall our feet from folly's paths 
To wisdom's better way. 

3 That heavenly wisdom from above 

Abundantly impart; 
And let it guard, and guide, and warm, 
And penetrate each heart ; 

4 Till it shall lead us to Thyself, 

Fountain of bliss and love ! 
And all our darkness be dispersed 
In endless light above. 



57 February 26. CM. Christmas, 

THE CHRISTIAN RACE. 

" Wherefore, seeing we also are compassed about with so great 
a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin 
which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the 
race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus." — Heb. xii. 1, 2. 

1 A WAK^, my soul, stretch every nerve, 
-^^ And press with vigor on ; 
A heavenly race demands thy zeal, 
And an immortal crown. 

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58; 59 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 

2 'Tis God's all-animating voice 
That calls thee from on high ; 
'Tis his own hand presents the prize 
To thine aspiring eye. 

8 A cloud of witnesses around 
Hold thee in full survey ; 
Forget the steps already trod, 
And onward urge thy way. 

4 Blest Saviour— introduced by thee, 
Have we our race begun ; 
And, crowned with victory, at thy feet 
We'll lay our laurels down. 

58 February 27. L. M. Old Hundred. 

GOD ZVEET^HZEE TO BE WOE SHIPPED. 

"0 come, let us worship and bow down: let ns kneel before 
tne Lord our maker.'" — Pi\ scv. 6. 

1 T I God is here ; let us adore, 

-■^ And humbly bow before his face ; 
Let all within us feel his power, 
Let all within us seek his peace. 

2 Lo ! God is here ; him day and night 

United choirs of angels sing ; 
To him, enthroned above all height. 
Heaven's host their noblest praises bring. 

3 Being of beings ! may our praise 

Thy courts with grateful incense fill ; 
Still may we stand before thy face, 
Still hear and do thy sovereign will. 

4 More of thy presence, Lord ! impart ; 

More of thine image may we bear : 
Oh, fix thy throne in every heart. 
And reign without a rival there. 

Ov February 28. 7s & 6s. Romaine. 

PEAISE TO THE SAVIOUR. 

" That at the name of Jesus, every knee should bow, and that 
iBvery tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the 
glory of God the Father."~PM. ii. 10, 11. 

1 'TO thee, blessed Saviour ! 
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FEB.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 60 

Rejoicing in thy favor, 

Almighty King of kings ! 
I'll celebrate thy glory, 

With all thy saints a^ove, 
And tell the joyful story 

Of thy redeeming love. 

2 Soon as the morn with roses 

Bedecks the dewy east. 
And when the sun reposes 

Upon the ocean's breast ; 
My voice, in supplication. 

Well-pleased thou shalt hear : 
Oh ! grant me thy salvation, 

And to my soul draw near. 

3 By thee, through life supported, 

I'll pass the dangerous road, 
With heavenly hosts escorted, 

Up to thy bright abode ; 
Then cast my crown before thee, 

And, all my conflicts o'er, 
In holier songs adore thee, 

And praises evermore. 

60 Feljnuiry 29." CM. Eochester. 

THE RAPID FLIGHT OF TIME. 

Jl^.^^^ "^^^ number our days, that we may apply our 
hearts unto wisdom."— P5. xc. 12. j ff j ^*m. 

1 T)EHOLD, my soul, the narrow bound 

That marks the passing year ! 
How swift the weeks complete their round ! 
How short the months appear ! 

2 So fast eternity comes on, 

And that important day. 
When all that mortal life has done 
God's judgment shall survey. 

3 Yet, like an idle tale, we pass 

The swiftly gliding year. 



* The occurrence of a leap year gives us a more lively sense 
of the rapid flight of time; and we are apt to ask ouLTye^ 
Shall we ever see another twenty-ninth of February" ^ 

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61 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 

And study artful -ways to increase 
The speed of its career. 

4 Awake, God ! my careless heart 
Its great concern to see, 
That I may act the Christian part, 
And give the year to thee. 

6 So shall their course more grateful roll, 
If future years arise ; 
Or this shall bear my waiting soul 
To joy which never dies. 



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" Sing unto the Lord yrith. thanksgiving ; who covereth th© 
heaven with clouds, who prepareth rain for the earth, who 
maketh grass to grow upon the mountains." — jP!s. cxlvii. 7, 8. 

1 O WEET is the time of spring, 

^ When nature's charms appear ; 
The birds with ceaseless pleasure sing, 
And hail the opening year : 

2 But sweeter far the spring 
Of wisdom and of grace, 

When children bless and praise their King, 
Who loves the youthful race. 

3 Sweet is the dawn of day. 
When light just streaks the sky ; 

When shades and darkness pass away, 
And morning's beams are nigh: 

4 But sweeter far the dawn 
Of piety in youth ; 

When doubt and darkness are withdrawn, 
Before the light of truth. 

5 Sweet is the early dew, 

Which gilds the mountain's tops, 
And decks each plant and flower we view, 
With pearly glittering drops : 

6 But sweeter far the scene 
On Zion's holy hill. 

When there the dew of youth is seen 
Its freshness to distil. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 62, 63 

62 March 2. L. M. Portugal, 

CHRIST'S INTITAnON. 

^ If any man thirst, let him come unto me an^ drink."-* 
John vii. 37. 

1 " /^OME hither, all ye weary souls, 

^ Ye heavy-laden sinners, come ; 
m give you rest from all your toils, 
And raise you to my heavenly home. 

2 "They shall find rest that learn of me : 

I'm of a meek and lowly mind : 
But passion rages like the sea, 
And pride is restless as the wind. 

3 "Blessed is the man whose shoulders take 

My yoke, and bear it with delight ; 
My yoke is easy to his neck. 

My grace shall make the burden light." 

4 Jesus, we come at thy command ; 

With faith, and hope, and humble zeaj^ 
Resign our spirits to thy hand, 
To mould and guide us at thy will. 



63 March 3. C. M. Peterborough, 

DESIRE TO "WALK "VnTH GOD. 

" It is good for me to draw near to God." — Ps. Ixxiii. 28. 

1 r\G. ! for a closer walk with God, 
^ A calm and heavenly frame, — 
A light to shine upon the road 

That leads me to the Lamb ! 

2 Where is the blessedness I knew 

When first I saw the Lord? 
Where is the soul-refreshing view 
Of Jesus, and his word ? 

3 What peaceful hours I once enjoyed! 

How sweet their memory still ! 
But they have left an aching void 
The world can never fill. 

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64, 65 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MASCH. 

4 Return, holy Dove ! return, 

Sweet messenger of rest! ' 

I hate the sins that made thee mourn, 
And drove thee from my breast. 

6 The dearest idol I have known, — 
Whate'er that idol be, — 
Help me to tear it from thy throne, 
And worship only thee. 

6 So shall my walk be close with God, 
Calm and serene my frame ; 
So purer light shall mark the road 
That leads me to the Lamb. 

u4: March 4. L. M. Missionary Chant, 

THE EXA^MPLE OP CHRIST. 

" Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and 
take up his cross, and follow me." — Mark viii. 31. 

1 "]\ FY dear Redeemer, and my Lord ! 
^^ I read my duty in thy word ; 
But in thy life the law appears, 
Drawn out in living characters. 

2 Such was thy truth, and such thy zeal, 
Such deference to thy Father's will, — 
Such love, and meekness so divine, 

I would transcribe and make them mine. 

8 Cold mountains and the midnight air 
Witnessed the fervor of thy prayer ; 
The desert thy temptations knew, 
Thy conflict, and thy victory too. 

4 Be thou my pattern ; — make me bear 
More of thy gracious image here ; 
Then God, the judge, shall own my name, 
Among the followers of the Lamb. 

60 March 5. S. M. Watchman, 

CHKISTIAN WATCHFULXESS. 

**And what I say unto you, I say unto all,"Watch."— i/arfc xiii.37. 

1 A CHARGE to keep I have, 
-^ A God to glorify ; 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 66 

A never-dying soul to save, 
And fit it for the sky: — 

2 To serve the present age, 
My calling to fulfil, — 

Oh ! may it all my powers engage 
To do my Master's will. 

3 Arm me with jealous care, 
As in thy sight to live ; 

And oh ! thy servant, Lord, prepare 
A strict account to give. 

4 Help me to watch and pray, 
And on thyself rely, — 

Assured, if I my trust betray, ^ 

I shall for ever die. 



66 March 6. CM. Medfield, 

THE BEAUTY OF CHRISTIAN LOVE. 

" By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye 
have love one to another." — John xiii 35. 

1 TTOW sweet, how heavenly is the sight 
-*"^ When those that love the Lord, 

In one another's peace delight. 
And thus fulfil his word ! 

2 "When each can feel his brother's sigh, 

And with him bear a part ; 
Wlien sorrow flows from eye to eye. 
And joy from heart to heart : — 

3 When, free from envy, scorn, and pride, 

Our wishes all above. 
Each can his brother's failings hide, 
And show a brother's love : — 

4 When love, in one delightful stream, 

Through every bosom flows ; 
And union sweet, and dear esteem. 
In every action glows. 

5 Love is the golden chain, that binds 

The happy souls above ; 
And he's an heir to heaven that finds 
His bosom glow with love. 

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67 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [iVIARCH. 

67 March 7.* 7s & 6s. Missionary. 

SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 

" Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to eyery 
creature." — Mark xyi. 15. 

1 TpROM Greenland's icy mountains, 
-■- From India's coral strand, 
Where Afric's sunny fountains 

Roll down their golden sand ; 
From many an ancient river, 

From many a palmy plain, 
They call us to deliver 

Their land from error's chain. 

2 What though the spicy breezes 

Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle, — 
Though every prospect pleases, 

And only man is vile ? — 
In vain with lavish kindness 

The gifts of God are strown ; 
The heathen in his blindness 

Bows down to wood and stone. 

3 Shall we, whose souls are lighted 

With wisdom from on high, — 
Shall we, to men benighted. 

The lamp of life deny? 
Salvation ! salvation ! — 

The joyful sound proclaim, 
Till earth's remotest nation 

Has learned Messiah's name. 

4 Waft — waft, ye winds ! his story. 

And you, ye waters ! roll, — 
Till, like a sea of glory, 

It spreads from pole to pole ; 
Till, o'er our ransomed nature, 

The Lamb for sinners slain. 
Redeemer, King, Creator, 

In bliss returns to reign. 



* On the 7th of March, 1804, a meeting was held in London 
to form a society for the gratuitous distribution of the Bihle; 
and on the 12th of the same mouth the organization of the 
"British and Foreign Bible Society" was completed. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 68, 69 

68 March 8. S. M. Lisbon, 

GRATITUDE TO GOD. 

"The goodness of God endureth continually."— Pj. lii. 1. 

1 IVr^ Maker and my King ! 
■^-^ To thee my all I owe ; 

Thy sovereign bounty is the spring 
Whence all my blessings flow. 

2 Thou, ever good and kind ! 
A thousand reasons move, 

A thousand obligations bind 
My heart to grateful love. 

3 Thy goodness, like the sun, 
Dawned on my early days, 

Ere infant reason had begun 
To form my lips to praise. 

4 The creature of thine hand, 
On thee alone I live ; 

My God ! thy benefits demand 
More praise than life can give. 

6 let thy grace inspire 

My soul with strength divine ; 
Let all my powers to thee aspire, 
And all my days be thine. 

69 March 9. C, M. Jordan. 

THE INVITATIONS OF THE GOSPEL. 

" HO) every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he 
that hath no money ; come ye, buy and eat ; yea come, buy 
wine and milk without money and without price." — Isa. Iv. 1. 

1 T ET every mortal ear attend, 
-^ And every heart rejoice ; 

The trumpet of the gospel sounds, 
With an inviting voice. 

2 Ho ! all ye hungry, starving souls. 

That feed upon the wind, 
And vainly strive with earthly toys 
To fill the immortal mind, — 

3 Eternal wisdom has prepared 

A soul-reviving feast, 

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And bids your longing appetites 
The rich provision taste. 

4 Ho ! ye that pant for living streams, 

And pine away — and die — 
Here you may quench your raging thirst 
With springs that never dry. 

5 Rivers of love and mercy here 

In a rich ocean join ; 
Salvation in abundance flows^ 
Like floods of milk and wine^ 

6 The happy gates of gospel grace 

Stand open night and day ; — 
Lord, we are come to seek supplies, 
And drive our wants away. 

70 March 10. S. M. Shirland. 

DvFLUENCES OF THE SPIRIT ETVOKID. 

"K ye, then, "being eril, know how to gire good gifts unto 
your children ; how much more shall your heayenly Father 
giye the Holy Spirit to them that ask him." — Luke xi 13. 

1 pOME, Holy Spirit, come ! 

^ Let thy bright beams arise : 
Dispel the sorrow from our minds, 
The darkness from our eyes. 

2 Convince us of our sin, 
Then lead to Jesus' blood ; 

And to our wondering view reveal 
The mercies of oui' God. 

S Revive our drooping faith, '' 

Our doubts and fears remove : 
And kindle in our breasts the flame 
Of never-dying love. 

4 'Tis thine to cleanse the heart, 
To sanctify the soul. 

To pour fresh life in every part, 
And new-create the whole. 

5 Dwell, Spirit, in our hearts ; 
Our minds from bondage free; 

Then shall we know, and praise, and love. 
The Father, Son, and Thee. 

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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 71, 72 

71 March 11. 7s. Benevento. 

THE ACCEPTED OFFERING. 

« I was an hungered, and ye pjave me meat : I was thirsty, and 
ye gave me drink : I was a stranger, and ye took me in : naked, 
and ye clothed me : I was sick, and ye visited me : I was in 
prison, and ye came unto me." — Matt.'xxY. 35, 36. 

1 T^ATHER of our feeble race, 
-*- Wise, beneficent, and kind, 
Spread o'er nature's ample face. 

Flows thy goodness unconfined : 
Musing in the silent grove. 

Or the busy walks of men, 
Still we trace thy wondrous love, 

Claiming large returns again. 

2 Lord, what offering shall we bring 

At thine altars when we bow ? 
Hearts, the pure unsullied spring 

AVhence the kind affections flow ; 
Soft compassion's feeling soul, 

By the melting eye expressed ; 
Sympathy, at whose control 

Sorrow leaves the wounded breast ; 

3 Willing hands to lead the blind, 

Bind the wounded, feed the poor; 
Love, embracing all our kind. 

Charity, with liberal store : 
Teach us, thou heavenly King, 

Thus to show our grateful mind, 
Thus the accepted offering bring, 

Love to thee and all mankind. 



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March 12. C. M. Arlington. 

VALUE OP THE SCRIPTURES. 

"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profita- 
ble for doctrine, for reproof for correction, for instruction in 
righteousness." — 2 Tim. iii. 16. 

1 TTOW precious is the book divine, 
-*"*■ By inspiration given ! 
Bright as a lamp, its doctrines shine, 
To guide our souls to heaven. 

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2 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts, 

In this dark vale of tears ; 
Life, light, and joy it still imparts, 
And quells our rising fears. 

3 This lamp, through all the tedious night 

Of life, shall guide our way ; 
Till we behold the clearer light 
Of an eternal day. 



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March 13, C. M. Coronation, 



THE LAMB OP GOD WORSHIPPED. 



" Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and 
riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and 
blessing." — Eev. v. 12. 

1 /^OME, let us join our cheerful songs, 
^ With angels round the throne ; 

Ten thousand thousand are their tongues, 
But all their joys are one. 

2 ** Worthy the Lamb that died" — they cry, 

*' To be exalted thus ;"— 
** Worthy the Lamb" — our lips reply, 
" For he was slain for us." 

3 Jesus is worthy to receive 

Honor and power divine ; 
And blessings more than we can give, 
Be, Lord, for ever thine. 

4 Let all that dwell above the sky. 

And air, and earth, and seas, 
Conspire to lift thy glories high, 
And speak thine endless praise. 

5 The whole creation join in one 

To bless the sacred name 
Of him who sits upon the throne, 
And to adore the Lamb. 



MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 74, 75 

74: March 14. L. M. Alfreton. 

"NOT ASHAMED OF CHBIST." 

'• For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ : for it is the 
power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth." — 
Eom. i. 16. 

1 TESUS ! and shall it ever be— 

^ A mortal man ashamed of thee ? 
Ashamed of thee, whom angels praise, 
Whose glories shine though endless days ? 

2 Ashamed of Jesus ! — sooner far 
Let evening blush to own a star ; 
He sheds the beams of light divine 
O'er this benighted soul of mine. 

3 Ashamed of Jesus — that dear friend 
On whom my hopes of heaven depend 9 
No ! — when I blush, be this my shame,— 
That I no more revere his name. 

4 Ashamed of Jesus ? — yes, I may, 
When I've no guilt to wash away, — 
No tear to wipe, — no good to crave, — 
No fears to quell, — no soul to save. 

o Till then — nor is my boasting vain — 
Till then, I boast a Saviour slain ! 
And oh ! may this my glory be — 
That Christ is not ashamed of me. 



75 March 15. H. M. Bethesda, 

PLEADING THE PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT. 

"Ca5;t me not avray from thy presence, and take not thy 
Holy Spirit from me." — Ps. li. 11. 

1 r\ THOU that hearest prayer, 
^^ Attend our humble cry ; 
And let thy servants share 
Thy blessing from on high : 
We plead the promise of thy word ; 
Grant us thy Holy Spirit, Lord. 

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76 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS, [MAKCH. 

2 If earthly parents hear 

Their children when they cry ; 
If they, with love sincere, 

Their varied wants supply ; 
Much more wilt thou thy love display. 
And answer when thy children pray. 

3 Our heavenly Father thou, — 

We, children of thy grace : 
let thy Spirit now 

Descend and fill the place : 
So shall we feel the heavenly flame, 
And all unite to praise thy name. 

4 may that Sacred Fire, 

Descending from above, 
Our languid hearts inspire 

With fervent zeal and love ; 
Enlighten our beclouded eyes. 
And teach our grovelling souls to rise. 

76 March 16. L. M. Qrtito, 

THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE AND VICTORY. 

" Pollow after righteousness, godliness, faith, lore, patience, 
meekness : fight the good, fight of faith ; lay hold on. eternal 
life."— 1 Tim. vi. 11, 12. 

1 O TAND up, my soul — shake off thy fears, 
^ And gird the gospel armor on ; 
March to the gates of endless joy, 

Where Jesus, thy great Captain's gone. 

2 Hell and thy sins resist thy course ; 

But hell and sin are vanquished foes ; 
Thy Jesus nailed them to the cross. 
And sung the triumph when he rose. 

3 Then let my soul march boldly on, 

Press forward to the heavenly gate ; 
There peace and joy eternal reign, 

And glittering robes for conquerors wait. 

4 There shall I wear a starry crown. 

And triumph in almighty grace ; 
While all the armies of the skies 
Join in my glorious Leader's praise. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 77, 78 

77 Maxell 17. L. M. Wells. 

A MORNING SONG. 

"As for me, I will call upon God, evening, and morning, and 
at noon."— P5. Iv. 16, 17. 

1 i~^^ REAT God, to thee my morning song, 
^-^ With humble gratitude I raise ; 

let thy mercy tune my tongue, 
Ajid fill my heart -with lively praise. 

2 My days, unclouded as they pass. 

And every gently rolling hour. 
Are monuments of wondrous grace, 
And witness to thy love and power. 

3 may thy power, celestisA Guard, 

Through all this day preserve from harm : 
Can danger reach me while the Lord 
Extends his Mnd, protecting arm ? 

4 And when this day my duties close, 

With sleep refresh my feeble frame ; 
Safe in thy care may I repose. 
And wake again to praise thy name. 



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March 18. L. M. Truro. 



THE HEAVENLY EACE. 



'•Forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching 
forth unto those things which are hefore, I press toward the 
mark for tbi prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesns.^ 
— PM. iii. 13, 14. 

1 A WAKE, our souls ! away, our fears ! 
-^ Let every trembling thought be gone ; 
Awake — and run the heavenly race, 

And put a cheerful courage on. 

2 True, — 'tis a strait and thorny road. 

And mortal spirits tire and faint ; 
But they forget the mighty God, 

Who feeds the strength of every saint. 

3 From thee, the overflowing spring, . 

Our souls shall drink a fresh supply ; 

While such as trust their native strength 

Shall melt away, and droop, and die. 



79; 80 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 

4 Swift as an eagle cuts the air, 

We'll mount aloft to thine abode ; 

On wings of love our souls shall fly, 

Nor tire amid the heavenly road. 



79 March 19. CM. Mear. 

RETTJRNING TO GOD. 

"Return unto me, and I will return unto you, saith the 
Lord of hosts."— i/aL iii. 7. 

1 TTOW oft, alas ! this wretched heart 
-■-^ Has wandered from the Lord 1 
How oft my roving thoughts depart, 

Forgetful of his word ! 

2 Yet sovereign mercy calls — *' Return!" 

Dear Lord ! and may I come ? 
My vile ingratitude I mourn ; 
Oh ! take the wanderer home, 

3 And canst thou — wilt thou yet forgive, 

And bid my crimes remove ? 
And shall a pardoned rebel live 
To speak thy wondrous love ? 

4 Almighty grace ! thy healing power, 

How glorious — how divine ! 
That can to life and bliss restore 
A heart so vile as mine ! 

6 Thy pardoning love — so free, so sweet — 
Dear Saviour I I adore ; 
Oh ! keep me at thy sacred feet, 
And let me rove no more. 



80 March 20. L. M. Old Hundred, 

THE lord's prater. 

" Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in 
earth." — Luke xi, 2. 

1 Tj^ATHER, adored in worlds above I 
-■- Thy glorious name be hallowed still; 
Thy kingdom come, in truth and love ; 
And earth, like heaven, obey thy will. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 81 

2 Lord, make our daily T^ants thy care, 

Forgive the sins that we forsake ; 
In thy compassion let us share, 
As fellow-men of ours partake. 

3 Evils beset us every hour ; — 

Thy kind protection we implore : 
Thine is the kingdom, thine the power, — 
Be thine the glory evermore. 



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March 2L Ss & 7s. Sicilian Hymn, 



REDEEMING LOVE. 



" The Lord redeemeth the soul of his servant*; and none of 
them that trust in him shall be desolate." — Ps. xxxiv. 22. 

1 /^OME, thou Fount of every blessing! 
^^ Tune my heart to grateful lays; 
Streams of mercy, never ceasing, 

Call for songs of loudest praise. 

2 Teach me some melodious measure, 

Sung by raptured saints above ; 
Fill my soul with sacred pleasure, 
While I sing redeeming love. 

3 Jesus sought me when a stranger, 

Wandering from the fold of God : 
He, to save my soul from danger, 
Interposed his precious blood. 

4 Oh ! to grace how great a debtor. 

Daily I'm constrained to be ! 
Let thy grace. Lord, like a fetter, 
Bind my wandering heart to thee. 

5 Prone to wander, — Lord ! I feel it ; 

Prone to leave the God I love ; 
Here's my heart, oh ! take and seal it, — 
Seal it from thy courts above. 



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82, 83 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 

82 March 22. L. M, Ward, 

CHRISTIANITY TO BE SEEN IN OUR LIVES. 

"And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and 
the hooks were opened : and they were judged eyery one accord- 
ing to their works."" — Hev. xx. 12, 13, 

1 OO let our lips and lives express 
^ The holy gospel we profess ; 
So let our works and virtues shine, 
To prove the doctrine all divine. 

2 Thus shall we best proclaim abroad 
The honors of our Saviour God, 
"When his salvation reigns within. 
And grace subdues the power of sin. 

3 Our flesh and sense must be denied, 
Passion and envy, lust and pride ; 

While justice, temperance, truth, and love. 
Our inward piety approve. 

4 Religion bears our spirits up, 
While we expect that blessed hope — 
The bright appearance of the Lord — 
And faith stands leaning on his word. 



83 March 23. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton, 

"THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD," 

"Tea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of 
death, I will fear no evil : for thou art with me : thy rod and 
thy staff they comfort me," — Fs. xxiii. 4. 

1 ^HE Lord my pasture shall prepare, 
-^ And feed me with a shepherd's care; 
His presence shall my wants supply , 
And guard me with a watchful eye ; 

My noon-day walks he will attend, 
And all my midnight-hours defend. 

2 When in the sultry glebe I faint. 
Or on the thirsty mountain pant, 
To fertile vales and dewy meads 

My weary, wandering steps he leads ; 
Where peaceful rivers, soft and slow, 
Amid the verdant landscape flow. 



MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 84 

3 Though in a bare and rugged way, 
Through devious, lonely wilds I stray, 
Thy presence shall my pains beguile ; 
The barren wilderness shall smile. 

With sudden greens and herbage crowned, 
And streams shall murmur all around. 

4 Though in the paths of death I tread. 
With gloomy horrors overspread. 

My steadfast heart shall fear no ill, 
For thou, Lord ! art with me still ; 
Thy friendly rod shall give me aid, 
And guide me through the dreadful shade. 

o4: March 24. C. M. Coronatioro, 

DESIGN OF CHRIST'S ADVENT. 

" The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed 
me to preach the j]^ospel to the poor ; he hath sent me to heal 
the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and 
recovering of sight to the blind ; to set at liberty them that 
are bruised ; to preach the acceptable* year of the Lord." — 
Z-wA-c iv. 18, 19. 

1 TTARKI the glad sound ! the Saviour comes, 
-■-*- The Saviour promised long ! 

Let every heart prepare a throne. 
And every voice a song. 

2 He comes — the prisoner to release, 

In Satan's bondage held : 
The gates of brass before him burst, 
The iron fetters yield. 

3 He comes — from darkening scales of vice 

To clear the inward sight ; 
And on the eye-balls of the blind 
To pour celestial light. 

4 He comes — the broken heart to bind. 

The bleeding soul to cure ; 
And with the treasures of his grace. 
To enrich the humble poor. 

5 Our glad hosannas. Prince of peace. 

Thy welcome shall proclaim ; 
And heaven's eternal arches ring 
With thy beloved name. 

* The "Acceptable year" is the year of Jubilee, referred to in 
Leviticus xxv. 10, "And ye shall proclaim liberty throughout 
all the land, unto all the inhabitants thereof." 

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85, 86 KTI^IXS FOR SCHOOLS. [maitch. 

85 March 25. C. M, Christmas. 

THE JOTS 07 H2LxVi2f. 

**' Thou -wilt shovr me the path of life 'n ttj presence is ful- 
ness cf joy; at thy right hand there c-ao pleasures for eyer- 
more." — JPs. xvi. 11. 

1 /^OME, Lord ! and warm each laiigTiid heart, 

^ Inspire each lifeless tongue, 
And let the jcjs of heaven impart 
Their influence to our sonj^\ 

2 Then to the shining realms of bliss 

On wings of faith we'll soar, 
And all the cha^^ns of paradise 
Our raptured thoughts explore. 

3 Sorrow and pain, and f^ars and care. 

And discord there shall cease, 
And perfect joy and lore sincere 
Adorn the realms of peace. 

4 There shall the followers of the Lamb 

Join in immortal songs ; 
And endless honors to his name 
Employ their tuneful tongues. 

5 Lord ! tune our hearts to praise and love,— 

Our feeble notes inspire ; 
Till in thy blissful courts above, 
We join the heavenly choir» 



86 Maich 26. C. M. St. Martin's, 

coZirjrrxEyG with god nr rbtikemest. 

" And when he had sent the multitudes a^vav, he went up 
into a mountain, apart, to pray." — Matt. xiv. 23. 

1 TJ^AR from the world, Lord ! I flee, — 
-*- From strife and tumult far : 

From scenes where Satan wages still 
His most successful war. 

2 The calm retreat, the silent shade, 

"With prayer and praise agree ; 
And seem, by thy sweet bounty, made 
For those who lollow thee. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 87 

3 There, if thy Spirit touch the soul, 

And grace her mean abode, 
Oh ! with what peace, and joy, and love, 
She then communes with God. 

4 Author and Guardian of my life, — 

Sweet Source of light divine, — 
And — all harmonious names in one — 
Blest Saviour ! — thou art mine. 

5 What thanks I owe thee, and what love ! 

A boundless, endless store, 
Thy praise shall sound through realms above, 
When time shall be no more. 



87 March 27, L. M. Portugal 

"WHO ON EARTH ARE BLESSED?" 

"Blessed are tbe merciful, for they shall obtain mercy: 
blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." — MaM. 
v. 7, 8. 

1 "OLE ST are the men, whose hearts do move 
-^ And melt with sympathy and love ; 
From Christ, the Lord, shall they obtain 
Like sympathy and love again. 

2 Blest are the meek, who stand afar 
From rage and passion, noise and war ; 
God will secure their happy state. 

And plead their cause against the great. 

3 Blest are the souls that thirst for grace, — 
Hunger and long for righteousness ; 
They shall be well supplied, and fed 
With living streams and living bread. 

4 Blest are the pure, whose hearts are clean 
From the defiling power of sin ; 

"With endless pleasure they shall see 
A God of spotless purity. 

5 Blest are the sufferers, who partake 
Of pain and shame, for Jesus' sake ; 
Their souls shall triumph in the Lord, — 
Glory and joy are their reward. 

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88, 89 hy3:ns for schools, [march. 

88 Marcll28. CM. Balenna, 



SPEAK GENTLY. 



"And be ^e kind one to anothzr, tender-hearted, forgiving 
one another, 'eTon as God for Chrlrt" c sake hath forgiven you.'* 
-^Eph. iv. 32. 

1 CPEAK gently,— it is bettor far 
^ T J rule by love than feir ; 
Speak gently, — let no liarsr» word mar 

The good we may do here. 

2 -Speak gently b the young, for they 

Will have enough to be^r; 
Pass through this life as best they may, 
'Tis full of anxious care. 

3 Speak gently to the aged one, 

Grieve not the careworn heart ; 
The sands of life are nearly run. 
Let them in peace depart. 

4 Speak gently to the erring ones ; 

They must have toiled in vain ; 
Perchance imkindness made them so ; 
0, win them back again! 

o Speak gently, — 'tis a litrls thing 
Dropped in the heart's deep well ; 
The good, the joy, that it may bring, 
Eternity shall cdll. 



89 March 29. S. M. Silver Street. 

PEAISE TO era creator. 

"Bless the Lord, my soul: and all that is within me, hlesa 
his holy name.'* — Ps. ciii, 1. 

1 A LMIGHTT Meeker, God, 

•^^ How wondrous is thy name ! 
Thy glories how diffused ab-^oad, 
Through all creation's f.r; e! 

2 Nature, in every dress, 
Her humble homage pays ; 

And finds a thousand ways to express 
Her gratitude and praise. 
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MARCH.] HYMNS I OR SCHOOLS. 90 

3 The lark mounts up on liigh 
With, unambitious song, 

And bears her Maker's praise on high, 
Upon her r.rtless tongue. 

4 My soul would rise p.nd sing 
Her gri-aL Oieator tou; 

Fain ^ould mj torj;ue adore my King, 
And pay the hoai.:ge due. 

6 For God then let me spend 
Tlio remuant ^f my days, 
Aiid CT. J may i v soul ascend. 
In grateful songs of praise. 



90 March dO. S. M, Lisbon. 

PRAISE FOR PRESERVING GRACH. 

" Who Tedeemeth thy life from destruction ; who crowneth 
thee Tvith loving-kindness "-nd tender mercies." — Ps. ciii. 4. 

1 nrO God, the only wise, 

-^ Our Saviour, and our King, 
Let all the sair. ,s below the skies 
Their humb''e pr ibises bring. 

2 'Tis his almighty love, 
His counsel and his care, 

Preserves us safe from sin and death, 
And every hurtful snare. 

8 He will present our souls. 
Unblemished and complete, 
Before the glory of his face. 
With joys divinely great. 

4 Then all the chosen seed 

Shall meet around the throne : 
Shall >>^c^s the condu'^' "»f his grace, 
And make his won<lers known. 

b To our Redeemer God 

Wisdom with power belongs ; 
Immortal crowns of majesty, 
And everlasting songs. 

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Marcli 31. L. M. Duke Street. 



THE CHRISTIAN "WARrARE. 



"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may he ahle to 
Btand against the wiles of the devil." — Eph, vi 11. 

1 A WAKE, my soul ! lift up thine eyes ; 
■^^ See where thy foes against thee rise, 
In long array, a numerous host ; 
Awake, my soul I or thou art lost. 

2 Here giant danger threatening stands, 
Mustering his pale, terrific bands ; 
There pleasure's silken banners spread, 
And willing souls are captives led. 

8 See where rebellious passions rage, 
And fierce desires and lusts engage ; 
The meanest foe of all the train 
Has thousands and ten thousands slain. 

4 Come, then, my soul ! now learn to wield 
The weight of thine immortal shield ; 
Put on the armor, from above, 

Of heavenly truth and heavenly love. 

5 The terror and the charm repel, 

And powers of earth, and powers of hell ; 
Jesus, our Saviour, triumphed here ; 
Why should his faithful followers fear ? 



92 April 1. 8s & 7s. Gree7iviUe. 

SPRING. 

" Rejoice in the Lord your God ; for he will cause to come 
down for you the rain, the former rain and the latter rain." — 
Jod ii. 23. 

1 T ! the bright, the rosy morning 
-^ Calls me forth to take the air ; 
Cheerful spring, with smiles returning 

Ushers in the new-born year. 

2 Vernal music, softly sounding, 

Echoes through the verdant grove ; 
Nature now, with life abounding, 
Swells with harmony and love. 



APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 93, 94 

3 Now the kind, refreshing showers 
Water all the plains around ; 
Springing grass and painted flowers 
In the smiling meads abound. 

. 4 Praise to thee, thou great Creator ! 
Praise be thine from every tongue ! 
Join, my soul, with every creature, 
Join the universal song. 

93 April 2. L. M. Effi?igham. 

A YOUTH SEEKING WISDOM. 

" And thou, Solomon, my son, know thou the God of thy 
father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing 
mind : if thou seek him, he will be found of thee ; but if thou for- 
sake him, he will cast thee off for ever." — 1 Chron. xxviii. 9. 

1 T ASK not wealth, nor pomp, nor power, 
-^ Nor fleeting pleasures of an hour : 

My soul aspires to nobler things 
Than all the pride and state of kings. 

2 One thing I ask ; — Lord ! wilt thou hear, 
And grant my soul a gift so dear ? — 
Wisdom, descending from above, 

The sweetest token of thy love : — 

3 Wisdom, betimes to know the Lord, 
To fear his name, and keep his word ; 
To lead my feet in paths of truth. 

And guide and guard my wandering youth. 

4 Then shouldst thou grant a length of days, 
My life shall still proclaim thy praise ; 

Or early death my soul convey 
To realms of everlasting day. 

94: April 3. L. M. Wells. 

THE SAVIOUR EVER PRESENT. 

"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, 
there am I in the midst of them." — Matt, xviii. 20. 

1 TESTIS, where in thy name we meet, 
^ There we behold thy mercy-seat ; 
Where'er we seek thee, thou art found, 
And every place is hallowed ground. 

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2 For thou, Tvithin no walls confined, 
Inhabitest the humble mind ; 

Such ever bring thee where they come, 
And going, take thee to their home. 

3 Dear Shepherd of thy chosen few ! 
Thy former mercies here renew ; 
Here to oui* waiting hearts proclaim 
The sweetness of thy saving name. 

4 Here may we prove the power of prayer 
To strengthen faith, and sweeten care ; 
To teach our faint desires to rise. 

And bring all heaven before our eyes. 

5 Lord we are few, but thou art near ; 
Nor short thine arm, nor deaf thine ear ; 
Oh ! hear our prayer before thy throne. 
And make our waiting hearts thine own. 



95 



April 4. C. M. Warwick. 



PROvn)E>:cE OP god. 



" Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne : 
mercy and truth shall go before thy face. " — Ps. Ixxxix. 14. 

1 /^ OD moves in a mysterious way, 
^^ His wonders to perform ; 

He plants his footsteps in the sea, 
And rides upon the storm. 

2 Deep in unfathomable mines 

Of never-failing skill. 
He treasures up his bright designs. 
And works his sovereign will. 

3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take ; 

The clouds ye so much dread 
Are big with mercy, and shall break 
In blessings on your head. 

4 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, 

But trust him for his grace ; 
Behind a frowning providence ■ 

He hides a smiling face. .' 

5 His purposes will ripen fast, 

Unfolding every hour; 
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APRIL.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 96, 97 

The bud may have a bitter taste, 
But sweet will be the flower. 

6 Blind unbelief is sure to err, 
And scan his work in vain ; 
God is his own interpreter, 
And he will make it plain. 

96 April 5. S. M. St, Thomas. 

FAITH IN THE SEED OP ITRUTH. 

*-He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, 
5hall doubtles? come again -vrith rejoicing, bringing his sheavea 
with him." — Ps. cxxvL 6. 



1 



C OAV in the morn thy seed ; 
^ At eve hold not thine hand ; 
To doubt and fear give thou no heed ; 
Broad cast it o'er the land. 

2 The good, the fruitful ground 
Expect not here nor there ; 

O'er hill and dale, by plots 'tis found, — 
Go forth then everywhere. 

3 Thou knowest not which may thrive, 
The late or early sown; 

Grace keeps the precious germ alive, 
"When and wherever strown. 

4 And duly shall appear, 

In verdure, beauty, strength, 
The tender blade, the stock, the ear. 
And the full corn at length. 

5 Thou canst not toil in vain, 
Cold, heat, and moist, and dry, 

Shall foster and mature the grain. 
For garners in the sky. 

97 April 6. L. M. Uxhridge. 

THE 0?4XISaLyCE OP GOD. 

"The Lord searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the 
imaginations of the thoughts." — 1 Chron. xxviii, 9. 

1 T OE.D * thou hast searched and seen me thro' ; 
-■^ Thine eye commands, with piercing view, 



98 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIT.. 

My rising and my resting hours, 

My lieart and flesh, with all their powers. 

2 My thoughts, before they are my own, 
Are to my God distinctly known ; 

He knows the words I mean to speak, 
Ere from my opening lips they break. 

3 Within thy circling power I stand. 
On every side I find thy hand ; 
Awake, asleep, at home, abroad, 

I am surrounded still with God. 

4 Oh ! may these thoughts possess my breast, 
Where'er I rove, where'er I rest ; 

Nor let my weaker passions dare 
Consent to sin, for God is there. 



98 



April 7. L. M. Ward. 



THE BLESSIXG3 OF BENEFICENCE. 



"Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the Lord will de- 
liyer him in time of trouble ; and he shall be blessed upon the 
earth.'^— i^. xli. 1, 2. 

1 nPHRICE happy man who fears the Lord, 

-^ Loves his commands, and trusts his word ; 
Honor and peace his days attend. 
And blessings to his seed descend. 

2 Compassion dwells upon his mind, 
To works of mercy still inclined ; 
He lends the poor some present aid, 
Or gives them, not to be repaid. 

3 His soul, well-fixed upon the Lord, 
Draws heavenly courage from his word ; 
Amid the darkness, light shall rise. 

To cheer his heart and bless his eyes. 

4 He hath dispersed his alms abroad ; 
His works are still before his God ; 
His name on earth shall long remain, 
Nor shall his hope of heaven be vain. 



APRIL.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 99, 100 

99 April 8. S. M. Silver Street, 

EXHORTATIONS TO WORSHIP. 

"0 come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before 
the Lord our maker." — Ps. xcv. 6. 

1 /^^OME, sound his praise abroad, 
^ And hymns of glory sing ; 

Jehovah is the sovereign God, 
The universal King. 

2 Come, worship at his throne ; 
Come, bow before the Lord : 

We are his works and not our own ; 
He formed us by his word. 

3 To-day attend his voice, 
Nor dare provoke his rod ; 

Come, like the people of his choice, 
And own your gracious God. 

4 His arm shall well sustain 
The children of his love : 

The ground on which their safety stands 
No earthly power can move. 



100 April 9. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam 

'•LET EVERT LIVING THING PRAISE THE LORD." 

" Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord." — Ps. el. 6 

1 TDRAISE the Lord, who reigns above 
-*- And keeps his courts below ; 
Praise him for his boundless love, 

And all his greatness show ; 
Praise him for his noble deeds ; 

Praise him for his matchless poAver ; 
Him, from whom all good proceeds, 

Let earth and heaven adore. 

2 Publish, spread to all around. 

The great Immanuel's name ; 
Let the gospel-trumpet sound; 

Him the Prince of peace proclaim : 
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101 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 



Praise him, every tuneful string ! 

All the reach of heavenly art, 
All the power of music bring — 

The music of the heart. 

8 Him, in whom they move and live, 

Let every creature sing ; 
Glory to our Savioui* give, 

And homage to our Elng ; 
Hallowed be his name beneath. 

As in heaven, on earth adored : 
Praise the Lord in every breath ; — 

Let all things praise the Lord. 



[APRIL. 



101 AprU 10. C. M, 



YOUTH INVITED TO THE SAVIOUR. 



Arlington. 



" Wisdom is more precious than rubies : and all the things 
thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her."— JVou. 
iii. 15. 

1 '^E hearts with youthful vigor warm, 

-■- In smiling crowds draw near, 
And turn from every mortal charm, 
A Saviour's voice to hear. 

2 The soul that longs to see his face 

Is sure his love to gain ; 
And those that early seek his grace 
Shall never seek in vain. 

3 What object, Lord, my soul should move, 

If once compared with thee ? 
What beauty should command my love, 
Like what in Christ I see ? 

4 Away, ye false, delusive toys, 

Vain tempters of the mind ! 
'Tis here I fix my lasting choice ; 
For here true bliss I find. 



I 



78 



APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 102, 103 



102 



April 11. 78. Sahhath, 



A CHILD-LIKE SPIRIT IMPLORED. 



"Verily I say unto you, Whosoerer shall not receive the 
kingdom of God as a little child, shall in no wise enter there- 
in.'' — Luke xviii. 17. 



^Q 



UIET, Lord ! my froward heart ; 
Make me teachable and mild, 
Upright, simple, free from art ; 
Make me as a weaned child ; 
From distrust and envy free, 
Pleased with all that pleases thee. 

2 What thou shalt to-day provide, 

Let me as a child receive ; 
"What to-morrow may betide, 

Calmly to thy wisdom leave : 
'Tis enough that thou wilt care ; 
Why should I the burden bear ? 

3 As a little child relies 

On a care beyond his own, 
Knows he's neither strong nor wise, 

Fears to move one step alone ; — 
Let me thus with thee abide, 
As my Father, guard, and guide. 

4 Thus preserved from Satan's wiles, 

Safe from dangers, free from fears, 
May I live upon thy smiles, 

Till the promised hour appears, 
When the sons of God shall prove 
All their Father's boundless love. 



103 Aprill2. S. M. Watchman. 

PRATER FOR A HOLT HEART. 

" Teach me. Lord, the way of thy statutes ; and I shall 
keep it unto the end."— i^. cxix. 33. 

1 p REAT Source of life and light, 
^^ Thy heavenly grace impart, 
And by thy Holy Spirit write 
Thy law upon my heart. 

79 



104 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

2 My soul would cleaye to thee ; 
Let naught my purpose move ; 

Oh, let my faith more steadfast be, 
And more intense my love ! 

3 Thy grace to me impart, 
"With meekness to reprove, 

To hate the sin with all my heart, 
And still the sinner love. 

4 Long as my trials last. 
Long as the cross I bear, 

Oh, let my soul on thee be cast 
In confidence and prayer ! 

6 Conduct me to the shore 
Of everlasting peace, 
AVhere storm and tempest rise no more. 
Where sin and sorrow cease. 



104 AprillS. L. M. Portugal. 

A MOE^^^-G song of praise. 

" I will bless the Lord at all times : his praise shall continu- 
ally be in my mouth." — Ps. xxxiv. 1. 

1 'yHEE will I love, Lord ! my strength, 
-■- My rock, my tower, my high defence ; 
Thy mighty arm shall be my trust. 

For I have found salvation thence. 

2 Tired with the burdens of the day, 

To thee I raised my evening cry ; 
Thou heard'st when I began to pray, 
And thine almighty help was nigh. 

3 Supported by thy heavenly aid, 

I laid me down, and slept secure ; 
Not death should make my heart afraid, 
Though I should wake and rise no more. 

4 But God sustained me all the night; 

Salvation doth to God belong ; 
He raised my head to see the light, 
And make his praise my morning song. 

80 



APRIL.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 105^ 106 
105 April 14. 8s & 7s. Greenville. 

god's GUIDAXCE rVIPLORED. 

" Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward re- 
ceive me to glory." — Ps. Ixxiii. 24. 

1 p ENTLY, Lord, oh ! gently lead us, 
^-^ Through this lonely vale of tears ; 
Through the changes that await us, 

Till our last great change appears. 

2 When temptation's darts assail us. 

When in devious paths we stray, 
Let thy goodness never fail us. 
Lead us in thy perfect way. 

3 In the hour of pain and anguish, 

In the hour when death draws near, 
Suffer not our hearts to languish, 
Suffer not our souls to fear. 

4 When our mortal life is ended. 

Bid us in thine arms to rest. 
Till, by angel bands attended. 
We awake among the blest. 



106 April 15. L. M. Hebron. 

GOD OIJB, SHEPHERD. 

" He restoreth my soul : he leadeth me in the paths of riglite» 
ousness for his name's sake."' — Ps. xxiii. 3. 

1 IVTY shepherd is the living Lord ; 

-^■^ Now shall my wants be well supplied : 
His providence and holy word 
Become my safety and my guide. 

2 In pastures where salvation grows, 

He makes me feed, he makes me rest ; 
There living water gently flows. 
And all the food's divinely blest. 

3 My wandering feet his ways mistake ; 

But he restores my soul to peace. 
And leads me, for his mercy's sake, 
Ju the fair paths of righteousness. 

81 



107, 108 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

4 Though I walk through the gloomy vale, 
Where death and all his terrors are ; 
My heart and hope shall never fail, 
For God, my shepherd's with me there. 

107 April 16. C. M. Laneshorough, 

HEAVEN ANTICIPATED. 

" Xevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new 
heavens, and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness." — 
2 Pet iii. 13. 

1 ^HERE is an hour of peaceful rest, 
-*- To mourning wanderers given : 
There is a joy for souls distressed, 

A balm for every wounded breast, 
'Tis found above — in heaven. 

2 There is a home for weary souls, 

By sin and sorrow driven ; 
When tossed on life's tempestuous shoals, 
W^here storms arise and ocean rolls, 

And all is drear but heaven. 

3 There, faith lifts up her cheerful eye, 

To brighter prospects given ; 
And views the tempest passing by. 
The evening shadows quickly fly. 

And all serene in heaven. 

4 There, fragrant flowers immortal bloom, 

And joys supreme are given; 
There, rays divine disperse the gloom ; — 
Beyond the confines of the tomb, 

Appears the dawn of heaven. 



108 



April 17. CM. Balerma. 



''LOVE THY NEIGHBOR AS THYSELF/' 



" "Which now of these three, thinkest thou, was neighbor 
\into him that fell among the thieves? and he said. He that 
showed mercy on him. Then said Jesus unto him, Go, and do 
thou likewise." — Luke x. 36, 37. 

1 "T^ AT HER of mercies ! send thy grace, 
-^ All-powerful from above. 
To form, in our obedient souls, 
The image of thy love. 
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APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 109 

2 Oh ! may our sympathizing breasts 

That generous pleasure know, 
Kindly to share in others' joy, 
And weep for others' wo. 

3 When the most helpless sons of grief 

In low distress are laid, 
Soft be our hearts their pains to feel, 
And swift our hands to aid. 

4 So Jesus looked on dying men, 

When throned above the skies ; 
And midst the embraces of thy love, 
He felt compassion rise. 

6 On wings of love the Saviour flew. 
To raise us from the ground ; 
And gave his own most precious blood, 
A balm for every wound. 



109 April 18. L. M. Missionary Chant. 

GOD EVERYWHERE TO BE WORSHIPPED. 

" From the rising of the sun even unto the going down of 
the same, my name shall be great among the Gentiles ; and in 
every place incense shall be offered unto my name, and a pure 
offering.'" — Mai. i. 11. 

1 i\ THOU, to whom, in ancient time, 

^^ The lyre of Hebrew bards was strung ; 
Whom kings adored in songs sublime, 

And prophets praised with glowing tongue : 

2 Not now on Zion's height alone 

Thy favored worshippers may dwell ; 
Nor where, at sultry noon, thy Son 
Sat weary, by the patriarch's well. 

3 From every place below the skies. 

The grateful song, the fervent prayer, — 
The incense of the heart, — may rise 
To heaven, and find acceptance there. 

4 To thee shall age, with snowy hair, 

And strength, and beauty, bend the knee ; 
And childhood lisp, with reverent air, 
Its praises and its prayers to thee ! ** 

83 



110, 111 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

6 thou, to whom, in ancient time. 

The lyre of prophet bards was strung, 
To thee, at last, in every clime, 

Shall temples rise, and praise be sung ! 

110 April 19. L. M. Alfreton. 

SELF-EXAMINATIOX. 

" Stand in awe, and sin not : commune with your own heart 
upon your bed, and be still." — Ps. iv. 4. 

1 "OETURN, my roving heart, return, 

-■-^ And life's vain shadows chase no more ; 
Seek out some solitude to mourn, 
i\jid thy forsaken God implore. 

2 Wisdom and pleasure dwell at home ; 

Retired and silent seek them there : 
True conquest is ourselves to o'ercome ; 

True strength, to break the tempter's snare. 

3 thou great God, whose piercing eye 

Distinctly marks each deep retreat, 

In these sequestered hours draw nigh, 

And let me here thy presence meet. 

4 Through all the windings of my heart, 

My search let heavenly wisdom guide ; 
And still its radiant beams impart, 
Till all be searched and purified. 

5 Then with the visits of thy love, 

Vouchsafe my inmost soul to cheer ; 
Till every grace shall join to prove 

That God hath fixed his dwelling there. 

111 April 20. CM. Mear. 

god's eternal dominion. 

*' Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou 
hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting 
to everlasting, thou art God." — Fs. xc. 2. 

1 r^ REAT God ! how infinite art thou !— 
^-^ What worthless worms are we ! 
Let the whole race of creatures bow, 
And pay their praise to thee. 
84 



APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 112 

2 Thy throne eternal ages stood, 

Ere seas or stars were made : 
Thou art the ever-living God, 
Were all the nations dead. 

3 Eternity, with all its years. 

Stands present in thy view : 
To thee there's nothing old appears — 
Great God ! there's nothing new, 

4 Our lives through varying scenes are drawn, 

And vexed with trifling cares ; 
While thine eternal thought moves on 
Thine undisturbed affairs. 

5 Great God ! how infinite art thou ! — 

What worthless worms are we ! 
Let the whole race of creatures bow, 
And pay their praise to thee. 

ili^j April 21. CM. Laneshorough. 

SEEKING GOD EARLY. 

" With my spirit within me, will I seek thee early." — Isaiah 
xxvi. 9. 

1 Tj^ARLY, my God! without delay, 
-^ I haste to seek thy face ; 

My thirsty spirit faints away. 
Without thy cheering grace. 

2 So pilgrims on the scorching sand, 

Beneath a burning sky. 
Long for a cooling stream at hand. 
And they must drink or die. 

3 I've seen thy glory and thy power 

Through all thy temple shine ; 
My God ! repeat that heavenly hour, 
That vision so divine. 

4 Not life itself, with all its joys, 

Can my best passions move ; 
Or raise so high my cheerful voice, 
As thy forgiving love. 

5 Thus, till my last, expiring day, 

I'll bless my God and King ; 
Thus will I lift my hands to pray, 
And tune my lips to sing. 

H 85 



113, 114 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

113 April 22. H. M. Lenox, 

SAFETY IN GOD. 

"The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy 
right hand. The sun shall not smite thee -by day, nor the 
moon by night." — Ps. exxi. 5, 6. 

1 TTPWARD I lift mine ejes, 

^ From God is all my aid ; 
The God who built the skies, 
And earth and nature made: 
God is the tower to which I fly ; 
His grace is nigh in every hour. 

2 My feet shall never slide, 

And fall in fatal snares, 
Since God, my guard and guide, 

Defends me from my fears. 
Those wakeful eyes that never sleep. 
Shall safely keep when dangers rise. 

3 No burning heats by day, 

Nor blasts of evening air, 
Shall take my health away. 

If God be with me there : 
Thou art my sun, and thou my shade, 
To guard my head by night or noon. 

4 Hast thou not given thy word 

To save my soul from death ? 
And I can trust my Lord 

I^ keep my mortal breath : 
I'll go and come, nor fear to die. 
Till from on high thou call me home. 

114 AprU23. CM. St, Martin's. 

THE TRUE CHEISTIAN'S DESIRE. 

"For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain."— PftiZ. L 21. 

1 fXE, could I find, from day to day, 
^^ A nearness to my God ! 

Then should my hours glide sweet away, 
While leaning on his word. 

2 Lord, I desire with thee to live 

Anew from day to day, 
86 



APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 115, 116 

In joys the world can never give, 
Nor ever take away. 

3 Blest Jesus, come, and rule my heart, 

And make me wholly thine, 

That I may never more depart, 

Nor grieve thy love divine. 

4 Thus, till my last expiring breath. 

Thy goodness I'll adore ; 
And when my frame dissolves in death. 
My soul shall love thee more. 

115 AprU24. L. M. Old Hundred, 

GOD EVER TO BE PRAISED. 

"Be thou exalted, God, above the heavens; let thy glory 
be above all the earth.'' — Fs. Ivii. 5. 

1 "OE thou exalted, my God, 

-■-^ Above the heavens, where angels dwell, 
Thy power on earth be known abroad. 
And land to land thy wonders tell. 

2 My heart is fixed — my song shall raise 

Immortal honors to thy name ; 
Awake, my tongue, to sound his praise. 
His ceaseless goodness to proclaim. 

3 High o'er the earth his mercy reigns. 

And reaches to the utmost sky ; 
His truth to endless years remains, 
When lower worlds dissolve and die. 

4 Be thou exalted, vnj God, 

Above the heavens, where angels dwell; 
Thy power on earth be known abroad, 
And land to land thy wonders tell. 

116 April 25. CM. Rochester, 

THE JOTS OF HEAVEX. 

"Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered 
into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for 
them that love him." — 1 Cor. ii. 9. 

1 "VTOPi. eye hath seen — nor ear hath heard, 
^^ Nor sense nor reason known 
What joys the Father has prepared 
For those that love his Son. 

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117; 118 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

2 But the good Spirit of the Lord 
Reveals a heaven to come ; 
The beams of glory in his word 
Allure and guide us home. 

8 -Pure are the joys above the sky, 
And all the region peace ; — 
No wanton lips, nor envious eye 
Can see or taste the bliss. 

4 Those holy gates for ever bar 
Pollution, sin, and shame ; 
None shall obtain admittance there 
But followers of the Lamb. 

117 April 26. L. M. Duke Street. 

FAITH OUU SUPPORT. 

" For we walk by faith, not by sigbt." — 2 Cor. v. 7. 

1 "T^IS by the faith of joys to come 

-*- We walk through deserts dark as night ; 
Till we arrive at heaven, our home, 
Faith is our guide, and faith our light. 

2 The want of sight she well supplies ; 

She makes the pearly gates appear ; 
Par into distant worlds she pries, 
And brings eternal glories near. 

3 Cheerful we tread the desert through, 

While faith inspires a heavenly ray ; 

Though lions roar, and tempests blow, 

And rocks and dangers fill the way. 

118 Aprn27. CM. Balerma. 

PRATER FOR YOUTH. 

" Train np a child in the way he should go : and when he is 
old he will not depart from it." — P7^ov. xxii. 6. 

1 T>ESTOW, Lord, upon our youth 
•^ The gift of saving grace. 

And let the seed of sacred truth 
Fall in a fruitful place. 

2 Grace is a plant, where'er it grows, 

Of pure and heavenly root ; 



APRIL.] HYMNS FOU SCHOOLS. 119 

But fairest in the youngest shows, 
And yields the sweetest fruit. 

3 Ye <*areless ones, oh ! hear betimes 

The voice of sovereign love ; 
Your youth is stained with many crimes, 
Cut mercy reigns above. 

4 For you the public prayer is made ; 

Oh, join the p-blic prayer ! 

For you the sacred tear is shed ; 

Oh, shed yourselves a tear ! 

6 We pray that you may early prove 
The Saviour's quickening grace ; 
Too young you cannot taste his love, 
Or seek his smiling face. 



119 April 28. L.M. Effingham, 

BLESSINGS ATTENDANT UPON EARLY PIETY. 

" I love them that love me, and those that seek me early 
shall find me." — Frov. viii. 17. 

1 i^HILDP.EN !— in years and knowledge young, 
^ Your parents' hope, your parents' joy, — 
Attend the counsels of my tongue ; 

Let pious thoughts your minds employ. 

2 If you desire a length of days. 

And peace to crown your mortal state, 
Restrain your feet from sinful ways. 
Your lips from falsehood and deceit. 

3 From error's devious road depart ; 

From bad companions haste to flee ; 
And iiidden doep within the heart 
Let God's commandments ever be. 

4 In joy to him your ways commit ; 

In grief and woe make him your stay ; 
And he will safely lead your feet 

Through life's dark path, to endless day. 
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120; 121 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 

120 April 29. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam. 

ASPmATIO>'S FOR EEAVEN. 

" As for me, I will bebold thy face in righteousness : I shall 
"be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness." — Ps. xvii. 15. 

1 T> ISE, my soul ! and stretch thy wings, 
-^^ Thy better portion trace ; 

Bise from transitory things 

Toward heaven, thy native place ! 

Sun and moon and stars decay, 
Time shall soon this earth remove ; 

Rise, my soul ! and haste away 
To seats prepared above. 

2 Rivers to the ocean run, 

Nor stay in all their course ; 
Fire, ascending, seeks the sun, — 

Both speed them to their source ; 
So a soul that's born of God 

Pants to view his glorious face, 
Upward tends to his abode, 

To rest in his embrace. 

3 Cease, ye pilgrims ! cease to mourn, 

Press onward to the prize ; 
Soon the Saviour will return. 

Triumphant in the skies : 
Yet a season, — and, you know, 

Happy entrance will be given ; 
All our sorrows left below, 

And earth exchanged for heaven. 



121 



April 30. L. M. Wells, 



PRATER FOR YOUTH. 



"Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip 
not." — Fs. xvii. 5. 

1 /^REAT Saviour! who didst condescend 
^^ Young children in thine arms to take, 
Still prove thyself the children's friend. 

And save them for thy mercy's sake. 

2 "While in the slippery paths of youth. 

Be thou their guardian — thou their guide ; 
That they, directed by thy truth. 
May never from thy precepts slide. 
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APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 122, 123 

3 To read thy word their hearts incline ; 
To understand it, light impart ; 
Saviour ! let their all be thine ! 
Take full possession of each heart. 

XZZ May 1. 7s. Nuremburg, 

SPRING. 

"The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing 
of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our 
land." — Ckint. ii. 12. 

1 TTAIL! reviving, joyous spring, 

-■--*- Smiling through thy vail of showers ! 
Birds and brooks thy welcome sing : 
Haste, and waken all thy flowers. 

2 Hark ! a sweet pervading sound 

From the breathing, moving earth : 
Life is starting all around, 

Sending joy and fragrance forth. 

3 There is not a silent thing 

In this joyous company ; 
Woods, and hills, and valleys ring 
With a shout of jubilee. 

4 Wake, my spirit ! art thou still ? 

Senseless things have found a voice ; 
Shall this throbbing heart be still 
When all nature cries Rejoice ? 

5 Join the grateful, happy throng, 

Cast each selfish care away ; 
Birds and brooks shall tune your song ; 
This is nature's holiday. 



123 



May 2. L. M. Quito, 



PRAISING GOD IN THE MORNING. 



" He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling 5n the fear of 
God : and he shall be as the light of the moruiug when the 
sun riseth ; even a morning without clouds." — i Sam. xxiii. 3, i, 

1 (^OD of the morning ! at thy voice 
^-^ The cheerful sun makes haste to rise, 
And like a giant doth rejoice 

To run his journey through the skies : — • 

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124 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

2 From the fair chambers of the east 

The circuit of his race begins, 
And without weariness or rest, 

Round the whole earth he rolls and shines. 

3 So, like the sun, may I fulfil 

The appointed duties of the day ; 
With ready mind and active will, 

March on, and keep my heavenly way. 

4 Lord ! thy commands are clean and pure, 

Enlightening our beclouded eyes ; 
Thy threatenings just, thy promise sure, 
Thy gospel makes the simple wise. 

6 Give me thy counsel for my guide, 
And then receive me to thy bliss : 
All my desires and hopes beside 

Are faint, und cold, compared with this. 



124 



May 3. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton, 



DAILY DEPENDENCE ON GOD. 



" Blessed be tlie Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, 
even the God of our salvation." — Ps. Ixviii. 19. 

1 'IT/'HEN, streaming from the eastern skies, 

^ ' The morning light salutes my eyes, 
Sun of righteousness divine, 
On me with beams of mercy shine ; 
Oh ! chase the clouds of sin away. 
And turn my darkness into day. 

2 When to thy throne, all-glorious King, 
My morning sacrifice I bring, 

And, mourning o'er my guilt and shame, 
Ask mercy, Saviour, in thy name: 
Oh ! deign to hear my suppliaiit voice, 
And bid my drooping heart rejoice. 

3 As every day thy mercy spares 
"Will bring its trials and its cares ; 
Saviour, till my life shall end, 
Be thou my Counsellor and Friend; 
Teach me thy precepts, all divine. 
And let thy will be always mine. 

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4 When each day's scenes and labors close, 
And wearied nature seeks repose, 

With pardoning mercy richly blessed, 
Guard me, my Saviour, while I rest ; 
And as each morning sun shall rise. 
Oh ! lead me onward to the skies. 

5 And, at my life's last setting sun. 
My conflicts o'er, my labors done, 
Jesus, thy heavenly radiance shed. 
To cheer and bless my dying bed ; 
And, from the gloom my spirit raise, 
To see thy face and sing thy praise. 

125 May 4. 7s. Sabbath. 

BROTHERLY LOVE. 

" Be kindly affectioned one to another, with brotherly love ; 
in honor preferring one another." — Horn. xii. 10. 

1 r^ OD of love, we look to thee, 
^^ Let us in thy Son agree ; 
Show to us the Prince of peace. 
Bid our jars for ever cease. 

2 By thy reconciling love, 
Every stumbling-block remove ; 
Each to each unite, endear, 
Come and spread thy banner here. 

3 Make us of one heart and mind, 
Courteous, pitiful, and kind ; 
Lowly, meek, in thought and word, 
Altogether like our Lord. 

4 Let us for each other care ; 
Each the other's burden bear ; 
To thy church the pattern give, 
Show how true believers live. 

5 Free from anger and from pride. 
Let us thus in God abide ; 

All the depths of love express, 
All the heights of holiness. 

6 Let us then with joy remove 
To the family above ; 

On the wings of angels fly. 
Show how true believers die. 

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126 May 5. CM. St, Martin's. 



MORNIXG WORSHIP. 

" Yerily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the 
Father in my name, he will give it you." — JoJin xvi. 23. 

1 r\ LORD, another day has flown, 
^^ And we, a youthful band, 

Are met once more before thy throne, 
To bless thy fostering hand. 

2 And wilt thou lend a listening ear 

To praises low as ours ? 
Thou wilt ! for thou dost love to hear 
The song which meekness pours. 

3 And, Jesus, thou thy smiles wilt deign, 

As in thy name we pray ; 
For thou didst bless the infant train. 
And we are weak as they. 

4 Thy heavenly grace to each impart, 

Our faith and love increase ; 
And shed abroad in every heart 
Thine everlasting peace. 

6 Thus chastened, cleansed, entirely thine, 
A flock by Jesus led ; 
The Sun of Righteousness shall shine 
Li glory on our head. 



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May 6. L. M. Effingham. 

COMMUNION WITH GOD THE HIGHEST JOT. 

"For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had 
rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell 
in the tents of wickedness." — Ps. Ixxxiv. 10. 

1 nPHOU only Sovereign of my heart, 
-*- My Refuge, my almighty Friend — 
And can my soul from thee depart, 

On whom alone my hopes depend ? 

2 Whither — ah ! whither shall I go, 

A wretched wanderer from my Lord ? 
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Can this dark world of sin and wo 
One glimpse of happiness afford ? 

3 Eternal life thy words impart ; 

On these my fainting spirit lives : 
Here, sweeter comforts cheer my heart, 
Than all the round of nature gives. 

4 Let earth's alluring joys combine, 

While thou art near, in vain they call : 
One smile — one blissful smile of thine, 
My dearest Lord ! outweighs them all. 

5 Low at thy feet my soul would lie ; 

Here safety dwells — and peace divine : 
Still let me live beneath thine eye, 
For life — eternal life — is thine. 



128 May 7. L. M. Wells. 

THE TEACHIXGS OF THE SPIRIT INVOKED. 

"For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the 
Bons of God." — Horn. viii. 14. 

1 /HOME, blessed Spirit, Source of light, 
^ Whose power and grace are unconfined. 
Dispel the gloomy shades of night. 

The thicker darkness of the mind. 

2 To mine illumined eyes display 

The glorious truth thy word reveals ; 
Cause me to run the heavenly way ; 
The book unfold, unloose the seals. 

8 Thine inward teachings make me know 
The mysteries of redeeming love. 
The emptiness of things below, 
The excellence of things above. 

4 While through this dubious maze I stray, 
Spread, like the sun, thy beams abroad, 
To show the dangers of the way, 
And guide my feeble steps to God. 

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129, 130 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

X^9 May 8.* CM. Laneshorough, 

THE BIBLE SUITED TO OUR WANTS. 

" From a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which 
are able to make thee wise nnto salvation, through faith which 
is in Christ Jesus." — 2 Tim. iii. 15. 

1 T^ATHER of mercies ! in thy word 
-*- What endless glory shines ! 
For ever be thy name adored 

For these celestial lines. 

2 Here, the fair tree of knowledge grows, 

And yields a free repast ; 
Sublimer sweets than nature knows 
Invite the longing taste. 

3 Here the Redeemer's welcome voice 

Spreads heavenly peace around ; 
And life and everlasting joys 
Attend the blissful sound. 

4 Oh ! may these heavenly pages be 

My ever dear delight ; 
And still new beauties may I see, 
And still increasing light. 

5 Divine instructor, gracious Lord ! 

Be thou for ever near ; 
Teach me to love thy sacred word, 
And view my Saviour there. 

130 May 9. CM. Balerma. 

A FEETJNG HEART IMPLORED. 

" Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that 
weep." — Rom. xii. 15. 

1 Tj^AB, from thy sertants, God of grace, 
-*- The unfeeling heart remove, 

And form in our obedient souls 
The image of thy love. 

2 Oh, may our sympathizing breasts 

The generous pleasure know, 



* On the 8th of May, 1816, the American Bible Society was 
organized. 

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MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 131 

Kindly to share in others' joy, 
And weep for others' wo. 

3 Where'er the helpless sons of grief 

In low distress are laid, 
Soft be our hearts their pains to feel, 
And swift our hands to aid. 

4 Oh, be the law of love fulfilled 

In every act and thought, 
Each angry passion far removed. 
Each selfish view forgot ! 

6 Be thou, my heart, dilated wide 
With this kind, social grace. 
And, in one grasp of fervent love, 
All earth and heaven embrace. 



131 May 10. CM. Rochester. 

WATCHFULNESS AND PRAYER. 

"Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation."— ifarfc 
xiv. 38. 

1 A LAS, what hourly dangers rise, 
•^^ What snares beset my way ; 

To heaven. Oh, let me lift mine eyes, 
And hourly watch and pray. 

2 gracious God, in whom I live, 

My feeble efforts aid ; 
Help me to watch, and pray, and strive, 
Though trembling and afraid. 

3 Increase my faith, increase my hope, 

When foes and fears prevail ; 

And bear my fainting spirit up, 

Or soon my strength will fail. 

4 Whene'er temptations fright my heart, 

Or lure my feet aside. 
My God, thy powerful aid impart, 
My guardian and my guide. 

5 Oh, keep me in thy heavenly way, 

And bid the tempter flee ; 

And let me never, never stray 

From happiness and thee. 

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132, 133 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

132 May 11. L. M. Alfreton. 

STEKING FORGIYEXESS. 

" Create in me a clean heart, God ; and renew a right spirit 
vrithin me."— P5. li. 10. 

1 r\ THOU that hear'st -when sinners cry, 
^-^ ThoTigh all my crimes before thee lie, 
Behold them not with angry look, 

But blot their memory from thy book. 

2 A broken heart, my God, my King, 
Is all the sacrifice I bring ; 

The God of grace will ne'er despise 
A broken heart for sacrifice. 

3 Create my natnre pure -vrithin. 
And form my soul averse to sin : 
Let thy good Spirit ne'er depart, 
Nor hide thy presence from my heart. 

4 I cannot live without thy light. 

Cast out and banished from thy sight : 
Thy holy joys, my God, restore, 
And guard me that I fall no more. 

5 may thy love inspire my tongue. 
Salvation shall be all my song: 

And all my powers shall join to bless 
The Lord, my strength and righteousness. 



133 May 12. S. M, Silver Street. 

HEAVENLY JOY ON EAETH. 

" Whom having not seen, ye love ; in whom, though now ye 
see him not yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and 
full of glory."— 1 Fet. i. 8. 

1 pOME, we that love the Lord, 
^ And let our joys be known : 

Join in a song with sweet accord, 
And thus surround the throne. 

2 The sorrows of the mind 

Be banished from the place ! 
Religion never was designed 
To make our pleasures less. 
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jViay.] hymns for schools. 134 

3 Let those refuse to sing 
Who never knew our God ; 

."3ut children of the heavenly King 
May speak their joys abroad. 

4 The hill of Zion yields 

A thousand sacred sweets, 
Before we reach the heavenly fields, 
Or walk the golden streets. 

5 Then let our songs abound, 
And every tear be dry ; 

We're marching through Emmanners ground. 
To fairer worlds oa high. 



134 



May 13. L. M. Truro. 

A MORNIXG 80XG. 



*• Unto thee have I cried, Lord ; ?ad in the momin"- shall 
my prayer come lefore thee."— P5. Ixxxviii. 13. ° 

1 A R.^SE, my soul, with rapture rise, 
"^^ .ind, filled witlx holy iove, adore 
The almighty Sovereign of the skies, 

Whose i^KiYcy lends me one aay more, 

2 And may this day, indulgent Power, 

Not idly pass, n.r fruitleis be ; 
But may e i.h swilcly flying hour 
iStill nearer bring mv ^oiS to thee. 

3 And wilt thou deign to lend an ear, 

_ When I, a sinful mortal, pray ? 
Yes, boundless Goodness, thou wilt hear, 
Nor cast the meanest wretch away. 

4 Then let me serve thee all my days. 

And may my zeal Tvi:h years increase : 
For pleasant, Lord, are all thy ways, 
And all thy paths are paths of peace. 



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135; 186 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

135 May 14. CM. Jordan. 

THE HEAVENLY CANAAN. 

" And there shall be no night there ; and they need no 
candle, neither light of the sun ; for the Lord God giveth them 
light : and they shall reign for ever and ever." — Eev. xxii. 6. 

1 ^HERE is a land of pure delight, 
-■- Where saints immortal reign ; 
Eternal day excludes the night, 

And pleasures banish pain. 

2 There everlasting spring abides,. 

And never-fading flowers ; 
Death, like a narrow sea, divides 
This heavenly land from ours. 

3 Sweet fields, beyond the swelling flood, 

Stand dressed in living green ; 

So to the Jews fair Canaan stood. 

While Jordan rolled between. 

4 But timorous mortals start and shrink 

To cross this narrow sea ; 
And linger, trembling, on the brink. 
And fear to launch away. 

6 0, could we make our doubts remove, 
Those gloomy doubts that rise. 
And see the Canaan that we love, 
With unbeclouded eyes ; 

6 Could we but climb where Moses stood, 
And view the landscape o'er, 
Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood. 
Should fright us from the shore. 



JlOO May 15. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn. 

THE JOTS OF HEAVEN ALONE PERFECT. 

"Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither 
moth nor rust doth corrupt, and Tvhere thieves do not break 
through nor steal." — Matt. vi. 20. 

1 PROVIDENCE, profusely kind, 
-^ Wheresoe'er we turn our eyes, 
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MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 137 

Bids US; with a grateful mind, 
View a thousand blessings rise. 

2 But, perhaps, some friendly voice 

Softly -^rhispers to our mind, 
Make not these alone your choice, 
Heaven has blessings more refined. 

3 Thankful own what you enjoy; 

But r changing world like this, 
Where a thousand fears annoy, 
Cannoc give you perfect bliss. 

4 Perfect bliss resides above, 

Far above yon azure sky ; 

Bliss that merits all your love, 

Merits every anxious sigh. 



137 



May 16. C. M. Peterborough. 



THE GOOD ONLY HAPPY. 



• Happy is the man that fincU th wisdom, and the man that 
getteth understanding : for the merchandise of it is better than 
the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine 
gold."— P/m". iii. 13, 14. 

1 TTAPPY the children of the Lord, 
-*--"- AVho, walking in his sight. 
Make all the precepts of his word 

Their study and delight. 

2 That precious wealth shall be their dower, 

V/hich cannot know decay ; 
AVhich moth nor rust shall ne'er devour, 
Ivor spoiler take away. 

3 For them that heavenly light shall spread. 

Whose cheering rays illume 
The darkest hours of life, and shed 
A halo round the tomb. 

Their works of piety and love, 

Performed through Christ their Lord, 

For ever registered above. 
Shall meet a sure reward. 

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138, 139 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

138 May 17. L. M. Duke Street, 

THE PROVIDENCE AND GRACE OF GOD. 

" How excellent is thy loving-kindness, God! therefore the 
children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy 
wings."— Ps. xxxvi. 7. 

1 TTIGH in the heavens, eternal God ! 
-■--^ Thy goodness in full glory shines : 
Thy truth shall l^reak through every cloud 

That veils or darkens thy designs. 

2 For ever firm thy justice stands, 

As mountains their foundations keep : 
Wise are the wonders of thy hands, 
Thy judgments are a mighty deep. 

3 How free the riches of thy grace. 

Whence all our hopes and comforts spring ! 
And how, in dangers and distress, 
We fly to thy protecting wing. 

4 From the provisions of thy house, 

We shall be fed with sweet repast : 
There mercy like a river flows. 
And brings salvation to our taste. 

5 Life, like a fountain, rich and free. 

Springs from the presence of my Lord ; 
And, in thy light, our souls shall see 
The glories promised in thy word. 



139 



May 18. S, M. Shirland. 



GOD UNCHANGEABLE, 



" Of old hast thou laid the foundations of the earth ; and the 
heavens are the work of thy hands. They shall perish, but 
thcu shalt endure." — Ps. cii. 25, 26. 



1 



TTOW bright is yonder sun, 
-^-^ In morning splendor dresti 
All nature hails the glorious one. 
And rises from her rest ! 

Y'et all shall pass away, — 
Heaven's highest orbs shall fade; 
And this fair, lovely earth decay, 
A wild and fleeting shade. 

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3IAT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 140 

3 But my eternal Lord, 
Thou ever art the same ; 

UnmoTed, unchangeable thy word, 
All-glorious thy name ! 

4 My Father and my Friend, 
Thou Lord of light above, 

Thy mercy hath no bound, no end, — 
Eternal is thy love ! 

5 A frail and guilty thing, 
To thee I lift mine eye, 

And while to Jesus' cross I cling, 
Thy wrath shall pass me by. 

140 May 19. 7s. Benevento. 

GOD THE "crVTR OF EVERT GOOD GUT.'' 

" Every good gift and every perfect gift is firom above, and 
cometh down from the Father of Ughts:'— James i. 17. 

1 T^ATHER, thy paternal care 

^ Has my guardian been, my guide ; 
Every hallowed wish and prayer 

Has thy hand of love supplied; 
Thine is every thought of bliss. 

Left by hours and days gone by ; 
Every hope thy offspring is. 

Beaming from futui'ity. 

2 Every sun of splendid ray ; 

Every moon that shines serene ; 
Every morn that welcomes day ; 

Every evening's twilight scene ; 
Every hour which wisdom brings; 

Every incense at thy shrine ; 
These — and all life's holiest things, 

And its fairest — all are thine. 

3 And for all, my hymns shall rise 

Daily to thy gracious throne ; 
Thither let my asking eyes 

Turn unwearied, righteous One ! 
Through life's strange vicissitude, 

There reposing all my care. 
Trusting still, through ill and good. 

Fixed, and cheered, and counselled there. 

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141^ 142 HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

141 May 20. ^S.M. Lisbon. 

THE TOUXG SEEKING GOD'S GCILANCE. 

" For thou art my bope, Lord God : thou art my trust from 
mv youth." — Fs. Ixxi. 6. 

1 "XT^ITH htiinble heart and tongue, 

* ^ Mj God ! to thee I pray : 
Oh ! bring me now, -while I am young. 
To thee, the living way. 

2 Make an unguarded youth 
The object of thy care; 

Help me to choose the way of truth, 
And flee from every snare. 

3 My heart, to folly prone, 
Renew by power divine; 

Unite it to thyself alone, 
And make me wholly thine. 

4 Oh I let thy word of grace 
My warmest thoughts employ ; 

Be this, through all my following days, 
My treasure and my joy. 

5 To what thy laws impart, 
Ee my whole soul inclined ; 

Come, Saviour I dwell within my heart. 
And sanctify my mind. 

142 May 21. L. M. Ward. 

'•FOE ALL HAVE SIN>T1D." 

" If we say that "we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and 
the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful 
and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all un- 
righteousness." — 1 John i. 8, 9. 

1 W^^E sin, whenever we pursue 

' » "NYhat God commands us not to do ; 
We sin too, if we ever shun 
What he hath told us must be done. 

2 Thus have we often sinned, and still 
Offend against his holy will: 

"We know our duty, but the heart 
Will from its sacred rules depart. 



MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 143, 144 

3 Oh ! let us then confess our sin. 
And all the faults we hide within; 

Vnd let the erring heart deplore 
Its follies, and do wrong no more. 

4 If we sincerely now repent, 

And trust in him whom Heaven hath sent, 
He will remove the threatening rod, 
And bear us to the arms of God. 



143 May 22. CM. Medfield. 

EA.RLT PIETY. 

<' Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that 
gpttetU understanding. Her ways are ways of pleasAntne^s, 
and all her paths are peace," — Prov. iii. 13, 17. 

1 TTOW happy is the child who hears 
^^ Instruction's warning voice ; 
And who celestial wisdom makes 

Wis early, only choice. 

2 Wisdom has treasures greater far 

Than east or west unfold; 
And her rewards more precious are 
Than is the gain of gold. 

3 She guides the young with innocence 

In pleasure's paths to tread; 
A crown of glory she bestows 
Upon the hoary head. 

4 According as her labors rise, 

So her rewards increase ; 
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, 
And all her paths are peace. 

144: May 23. L. M. Alfreton, 

A GOOD CONSCIENCE. 

" And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience 
▼oid of ofTence toward God and toward men." — Acts xxiv. 16. 

1 Q WEET peace of conscience, heavenly guest ! 
•^ Come, fix thy mansion in my breast ; 
Dispel my doubts, my fears control ; 
And heal the anguish of my soul. 

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145 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

2 Come, smiling hope, and joy sincere; 
Come, make your constant dwelling here ; 
Still let your presence cheer my heart, 
Nor sin compel you to depart. 

8 Thou God of hope and peace divine, 
Oh, make these sacred pleasures mine I 
Forgive my sins, my fears remove, 
And send the tokens of thy love. 



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May 24. 73. Benevento. 



^ They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more ; neither 
shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. For the Lamb 
Trhich is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall 
]ead them unto living fountains of waters : and God shall wipe 
away all teajrs from their eyes." — Rev. Tii. 16, 17. 

1 TTIGH in yonder realms of light, 
^^ Dwell the raptured saints above, 
Far beyond our feeble sight, 

Happy in Immanuel's love I 
Pilgrims in this vale of tears. 

Once they knew, like us below, 
Gloomy doubts, distressing fears. 

Torturing pain and heavy wo. 

2 But these days of sorrow o'er. 

Past this scene of toil and pain. 
They shall feel distress no more, 

Never — never weep again ! 
Happy spirits ! ye are fled 

"Where no grief can entrance find ; 
Lulled to rest the aching head, 

Soothed the anguish of the mind. 

8 All is tranquil and serene. 

Calm and undisturbed repose — 
There no cloud can intervene — 

There no angry tempest blows : 
Every tear is wiped away. 

Sighs no more shall heave the breast ; 
Kight is lost in endless day. 
Sorrow, in eternal rest. 
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MAY.] HYMNS FOR SOHOOLS. 146, 147 

146 May 25. L. M. Uxhridge. 

THE NOBLEST REEOLUTION. 

" As for me and my house, we will serve the Loid." — Josh, 
xxiT. 15. 

1 ly/TAY I resolve, ^ith all my heart, 

ITX ^vith all my powers, to serve the Lord ; 
Nor from his precepts e'er depart, 
Whose service is a rich reward. 

2 Oh! be his service all my joy ! — 

Around let my example shine. 
Till others love the blest employ, 
And join in labors so divine. 

3 Be this the purpose of my soul, 

My solemn, my determined choice, 
To yield to his supreme control, 
And in his kind commands, rejoice. 

4 Oh ! may I never faint nor tire, 

Nor wandering leave his sacred ways ; 
Great God ! accept my soul's desire, 
And give me strength to live thy praise. 



147 



May 26. C. M. Arli?igton. 



TRUSTING AND PRAISING GOD. 



" The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that 
fear him, and delivereth them." — Ps. xxxiv. 7. 

1 'THROUGH all the changing scenes of life, 
-■- In trouble and in joy, 

The praises of my God shall still 
My heart and tongue employ. 

2 Oh ! magnify the Lord with me, 

With me exalt his name ; 
When in distress to him I called. 
He to my rescue came. 

3 The hosts of God encamp around 

The dwellings of the just ; 
Deliverance he affords to all 
Who on his succor trust. 

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148, 149 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [iVIAY. 

4 Oh ! make but trial of his love : 

Experience will decide — 
How blest are they, and only they, 
Who in his truth confide. 

5 Fear him, ye young, and ye will then 

Have nothing else to fear ; 
Make ye his service your delight — 
He'll make your wants his care. 

148 May 27. C. M. Warwick. 

THE LORD OUR SHEPHERD. 

"Lead me, Lord, in thy righteousness: make thy way 
straight before my face." — Ps. v. 8. 

1 nnHE Lord himself, the mighty Lord, 
-^ Vouchsafes to be my guide ; 

The shepherd, by whose constant care 
My wants are all supplied. 

2 In tender grass he makes me feed, 

And gently there repose ; 
Then leads me to cool shades, and where 
Refreshing water flows. 

3 He does my wandering soul reclaim, 

And, to his endless praise, 
Instruct with humble zeal to walk 
In hi& most righteous ways. 

4 I pass the gloomy vale of death. 

From fear and danger free ; 
For there his aiding rod and staflF 
Defend and comfort me. 

5 Since God doth thus his wondrous love 

Through all my life extend. 
That life to him I will devote, 
And in his temple spend. 

14:9 May 28. C. M. Christmas. 

THE PEARL OP GREAT PRICE. 

"No mention shall be made of coral or of pearls: for the 
price of wisdom is above rubies." — Job xxviii. 18. 



1 VE? 
A A 



glittering toys of earth, adieu, 
nobler choice be mine ; 

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MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 150 

A real prize attracts my view — 
A treasure all divine. 

2 Begone, unworthy of my cares, 

Ye flattering baits of sense ; 
Inestimable worth appears. 
The pearl of price immense I 

3 Should earth's vain treasures all depart, 

Of this dear gift possessed, 
I'd clasp it to my joyful heart, 
And be for ever blest. 

4 Dear Sovereign of my soul's desires, 

Thy love is bliss divine ; ^ 

Accept the praise that grace inspires, 
Since I can call thee mine. 



loU May 29. 7s. Nuremburg. 

ADORATION. 

' And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is 
the Lord of hosts : the -whole earth is full of his glory." — 
75a. TL 3. 

1 TTOLY, holy, holy Lord, 

-■-*- Be thy glorious name adored ; 
Lord, thy mercies never fail ; 
Hail, celestial goodness, hail. 

2 Though not worthy of thine ear. 
Deign our humble songs to hear ; 
Purer praise we hope to bring, 
"When around thy throne we sing. 

3 There no tongue shall silent be ; 
All shall join in harmony ; 

That, through heaven's capacious round, 
Praise to thee may ever sound. 

4 Lord, thy mercies never fail ; 
Hail, celestial goodness, hail ! 
Holy, holy, holy Lord, 

Be thy glorious name adored. 

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151, 152 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 

151 May 30. L. M. OU Hundred, 

GOD SEEN IN ALL THINGS. 

" Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment : wh* 
stretchest out the heavens like a curtain: who layeth the 
beams of his chambers in the waters : who maketh the clouds 
his chariot : who walketh upon the wings of the wind." — Ps, 
civ. 2, 3. 

1 ^HERE is a God, — all nature speaks, 

-■- Through earth, and air, and sea, and skie? * 
See, from the clouds his glory breaks, ^ 

When earliest beams of morning rise. 

2 The rising sun, serenely bright. 

Throughout the world's extended frame, 
Inscribes, in characters of light, 
His mighty Maker's glorious name. 

3 Ye curious minds, who roam abroad, 

And trace creation's wonders o'er, 
Confess the footsteps of your God, — 
Bow down before him, and adore. 



152 



May 31. 7s. Nuremburg, 



INFLUENCES OP THE SPIRIT INVOKED. 



" Teach me to do thy will ; for thou art my God : thy Spirit 
is good ; lead me into the land of uprightness." — Ps. cxliii. 10. 

1 p RACIOUS Spirit— Love divine ! 
^^ Let thy light within me shine ; 
All my g^lty fears remove, 

Fill me ^ ruk.thy heavenly love. 

2 Speak thy pardoning grace to me, 
Set the I urdened sinner free ; 
Lead me to the Lamb of God, 
Wash me in his precious blood. 

3 Life and peace to me impart ; 
Seal salvation on my heart: 
Come and dwell within my breast, 
Earnest of immortal rest. 

4 Let me never from thee stray. 
Keep me in the narrow way ; 
Fill my soul with joy divine ; 
Keep me, Lord, for ever thine. 

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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 153, 154 

lOo June 1. 7s & 6s. Jiomaine. 



'♦ Thou hast set all the borders of the earth : thou hast made 
summer and winter." — Fs. IxxiT. 17. 

1 'T^IS summer, glorious summer, — 

-■- Look to the glad green earth, 
How from her grateful bosom 

The herb and flower spring forth ; — 
These are her rich thanksgivings, 

The incense floats above ! 
Father ! what may we off'er ? 

Thy chosen flower is love. 

2 'Tis summer, blessed summer, — 

The lofty hills are bright ; 
All nature's fountains sparkle, — 

Shall ours have lesser light ? 
No ! bid each spirit praise him, 

Who hangs on every tree 
A thousand living lyres, 

Awaking harmony. 

3 'Tis summer in our bosoms, 

When youthful snares we fly. 
And strength and peace are given 

By angel ministry. 
'Tis summer in yon heaven, 

Where, teachers, ye shall know 
While time shall last, the blessedness 

Wrought by your love below. 



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June 2. S. M. St. Thomas. 



NATURE AND REVELATION. 



" How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that 
bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation." — 
Isa. lii. 7. 

1 T)EHOLD the sun, how bright 
-*-^ From yonder east he springs, 

As if the soul of life and light 
Were breathing from his wings. 

2 So bright the gospel broke 
Upon the souls of men ; 

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155 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 

So fresh the dreaming world awoke 
In truth's full radiance then! 

3 Before yon sun arose, 

Stars clustered through the sky — 
But oh ! how dim, how pale, were those 
To his one burning eye. 

4 So truth lent many a ray, 
To bless the pagan's night — 

But, Lord, how weak, how cold, were they 
To thy one glorious light ! 



155 



June 8. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton. 



ALL THINGS ARE OF GOD. 



" For of him, and through him, and to him are all things ; 
to whom be glory for eyer." — Eom. xi. 36. 

1 'yHOU art, God, the life and light 
-■" Of all this wondrous world we see ; 
Its glow by day, its smile by night, 

Are but reflections caught from thee ; 
Where'er we turn, thy glories shine, 
And all things fair and bright are thine. 

2 When day, with farewell beam, delays 

Among the opening clouds of even. 
And we can almost think we gaze, 

Through opening yistas, into heaven, — 
Those hues, that mark the sun's decline, 
So soft, so radiant. Lord, are thine. 

3 When night, with wings of starry gloom, 

O'ershadows all the earth and skies. 
Like some dark, beauteous bird, whose plume 

Is sparkling with unnumbered eyes, — 
That sacred gloom, those fires divine. 
So grand, so countless, Lord, are thine. 

4 When youthful spring around us breathes. 

Thy Spirit warms her fragrant sigh ; 
And every flower that summer wreathes 

Is born beneath thy kindling eye : 
Where'er we turn, thy glories shine. 
And all things fair and bright are thine. 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. '156, 157 

lob June 4. 7s. NuremJburg, 

INVITATIONS OF JESUS. 

" Incline your ear, and come unto me ; hear and your soul 
shall live." — Isa. Iv. 3. 

1 /^OME ! said Jesus' sacred voice, 

^ Come, and make my paths your choice : 
I will guide you to your home — 
Weary pilgrim ! hither come. 

2 Thou hast long withstood his grace ; 
Long provoked him to his face ; 
Wouldst not hear his gracious calls ; 
Grieved him by a thousand falls. 

3 Yet how great his mercies are ! 
Yet he still delights to spare ; 
Yet he cries, " Oh, turn and live, 
I thy sins will still forgive." 

4 Oh ! then come — for here is found 
Balm for every bleeding wound, 
Peace, which ever shall endure — 
Rest, eternal — sacred — sure ! 



lo7 June 5. CM. Coronation. 

THE JOYFUL REIGN OF CHRIST. 

"With righteousness shall he judge the world, and the peo- 
ple with equity."— i^i>\ xcviii. 9. 

1 TOY to the world, — the Lord is come ; 
^ Let earth receive her King ; 

Let every heart prepare him room. 
And heaven and nature sing. 

2 Joy to the earth, — the Saviour reigns ; 

Let men their songs employ ; 
While fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains 
Repeat the sounding joy. 

3 No more let sins and sorrows grow. 

Nor thorns infest the ground ; 
He comes to make his blessings flow, 
As far as sin is found. 

k2 U3 



158, 159 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 

4 He rules the world with truth and grace, 
And makes the nations prove 
The glories of his righteousness, 
And wonders of his love. 



158 June 6. CM. Arlington, 

THE spirit's influence INVOKED. 

" And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another 
Comforter, that he may abide with you forever." — John xiv. 16. 



1 



r^ RE AT Father of each perfect gift ! 
^^ Behold thy children wait ; 
With longing eyes, and lifted hands, 
We flock around thy gate, 

2 Oh, shed abroad that choicest gift, — 

Thy Spirit from above, 
To bless our eyes with sacred light. 
And fire our hearts with love. 

3 Oh, be thy sacred law fulfilled 

In every act and thought; 
Each angry passion far removed. 
Each selfish view forgot. 

4 Blest earnest of eternal joy ! 

Declare our sins forgiven ; 
And bear, with energy divine. 
Our raptured thoughts to heaven. 

lo9 June 7. H. M. Lenox, 

SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. 

" I will give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the 
uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession." — Ps. ii. 8. 

1 r\ ZION, tune thy voice, 

^^ And raise thy hands on high ; 
Tell all the earth thy joys, 
And boast salvation nigh. 
Cheerful in Grod, arise and shine, 
While rays divine stream all abroad. 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 160 

2 He gilds thy mourning face 

With beams that cannot fade ; 
His all-resplendent grace 

He pours around thy head ; 
The nations round thy form shall view, 
With lustre new divinely crowned. 

3 In honor to his name, 

Reflect that sacred light ; 
And loud that grace proclaim, 

W' hich makes thy darkness bright : 
Pursue his praise, till sovereign love 
In worlds above the glory raise. 

4 There on his holy hill 

A brighter sun shall rise, 
And with his radiance fill 

Those fairer, purer skies : 
While round his throne, ten thousand stars, 
In nobler spheres, his influence own. 



160 



June 8. C. M. Jordan. 



GOD'S AID IMPLORED. 



" that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes: then 
shall I not be ashamed when I have respect unto all thy com- 
mandments." — Ps. cxix. 5, 6. 

1 "pERPETUAL Source of light and grace, 
-*- W^e hail thy sacred name : 
Through every year's revolving round 

Thy goodness is the "same. 

2 Yet, oh, what poor returns we pay ! 

Our vows how oft renew ! 
Those vows as false as morning's cloud, 
And transient as the dew. 

3 As by thy power the morning sun 

Pursues his radiant way, 
Brightens, each moment, in his course. 
And shines to perfect day ; 

4 So thou, God, on this new morn 

Bestow on us thy grace, 
To bear our feeble footsteps on 
In all thy righteous ways. 

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5 Armed with this energy divine, 
Our souls shall steadfast move, 
And with increasing transports press 
On to thy courts above. 



161 



June 9. L. M. Duke Street. 



THE JOY IN WORSHIPPING GOD. 



*'The Lord God is a sun and shield : the Lord will give grace 
and glory ; no good thing As-ill he withhold from them that walk 
uprightly." — Fs. Ixxxiv. 11. 

1 r^ REAT God, attend while here we sing 
^^ The joys that from thy presence spring ; 
To spend one hour with thee on earth, 
Exceeds a thousand days of mirth. 

2 God is our Sun, he makes our day ; 
God is our Shield, he guards our way 
From all the assaults of hell and sin, 
Prom foes without and foes within. 

3 All needful grace will God bestow. 
And crown that grace with glory too ; 
He gives us all things, and withholds 
No real good from upright souls. 

4 Then let us walk with growing strength, 
Till all shall meet in heaven at length ; 
Till all before thy face appear. 

And join in nobler worship there. 



162 



June 10. C. M. Warwick. 



"According as his divine power hath given unto us all things 
that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge 
of him that hath called us to glory and virtue.'' — 2 Pet, i. 3. 

1 T^HE dove, let loose in Eastern skies, 
-^ When hastening fondly home, 
Ne'er stoops to earth her wing, nor flies 

Where idle warblers roam ; 

2 But high she shoots through air and light, 

Above all low delay. 
Where nothing earthly bounds her flight, 
Nor shadow dims her way. 



JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 163,164 

3 So grant me, Lord, from every snare 

And stain of passion free. 
Aloft, through virtue's purer air, 
To urge my course to thee : 

4 No sin to cloud, no lure to stay 

My soul, as home she springs ; 
Thy sunshine on her joyful way, 
Thy freedom in her wings ! 



163 



June U. S. M. Silver Street. 



THE PRAISE OP GOD SWEET. 



"It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing 
praises unto thy name, Most High : to show forth thy loving- 
kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night." — 
Fs. xciL 1, 2. 

1 O WEET is the work, Lord ! 
^ Thy glorious name to sing, 

To praise and pray, to hear thy word, 
And grateful offerings bring. 

2 Sweet — at the dawning light, 
Thy boundless love to tell ; 

And, when approach the shades of night. 
Still on the theme to dwell. 

3 Sweet — on thy day of rest. 
To join, in heart and voice. 

With those who love and serve thee best, 
And in thy name rejoice. 

4 To songs of praise and joy 
May here our time be given. 

That such may be our blest employ 
Eternally in heaven. 



164 



June 12. 7s. Sabbath. 



CHRIST OUR STRENGTH. 



"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth 
me."— P/iiZ. iv. 13. 

1 ipEEBLE, helpless, how shall I 
-*- Learn to live and learn to die ? 
Who, God, mv guide shall be? 
Who shall lead\hy child to Thee? 

in 



165 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JTJNE. 

2 Blessed Father, gracious One, 
Thou hast sent thy holy Son ; 
He will give the light I need, 
He my trembling steps will lead. 

3 Through this world, uncertain, dim, 
Let me ever learn of him ; 

From his precepts wisdom draw. 
Make his life my solemn law. 

4 Thus in deed, and thought, and word, 
Led by Jesus Christ the Lord, 

In my weakness, thus shall I 
Learn to live and learn to die : 

5 Learn to live in peace and love. 
Like the perfect ones above ; — 
Learn to die without a fear, 
Feeling thee, my Father, near. 



X bo June 13. L. M. Missionary Chant, 

TOriHrUL DETOnON. 

« God, thou art my God ; early will I seek thee : my moutll 
shall praise thee with joyful lips." — Ps. Ixxiii. 1, 5. 

1 r^ REAT God, to thee my voice I raise, 
^^ To thee my youngest hours belong : 
I would begin my life with praise. 

Till growing years improve the song. 

2 'Tis to thy sovereign grace I owe 

That I was born on Christian ground, 
"Where streams of heavenly mercy flow, 
And words of sweet salvation sound. 

3 Thy glorious promises, Lord, 

Kindle my hopes and my desire ! 
I rest my faith upon that word 

Which bids my soul to heaven aspire. 

4 Thy praise shall still employ my breath, 

Since thou hast marked my way to heaven, 

Nor let me run the road to death, 

And waste the blessings thou hast given. 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 166, 167 

166 June 14. S. M. Silver Street. 

THE MERCIES OF GOD. 

"Bless the Lord, my soul : and forget not all his hcnefits; 
who forgireth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy di»- 
eases." — Fs. ciii. 2, 3. 

1 r\ bless the Lord, my soul ! 
^^ Let all -within me join, 

And aid my tongue to bless his name, 
Whose favors are divine. 

2 'Tis he forgives thy sins, 
'Tis he relieves thy pain, 

'Tis he who heals thy sicknesses, 
And makes thee young again. 

8 He crowns thy life with love. 
When ransomed from the grave ; 
He, who redeemed my soul from hell, 
Hath sovereign power to save. 

4 He fills the poor with good ; 
He gives the sufferers rest ; 

The Lord hath judgments for the proud, 
And justice for the oppressed. 

5 Then bless the Lord, my soul ! 
Let all within me join. 

And aid my tongue to bless Ms name, 
Whose favors are divine. 

167 June 15. L. M. Old Hundred. 

PRAISE TO GOD FROM ALL THE EARTH. 

"Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts 
with praise : be thankful unto him, and bless his name." — 
Ps, c. 4. 

1 "V'E nations round the earth ! rejoice 

-*- Before tlie Lord, your sovereign King ; 
Serve him with cheerful heart and voice ; 
With all your tongues his glory sing. 

2 The Lord is God ; 'tis he alone 

Doth life and breath and being give ; 
We are his work, and not our own ; 
The sheep that on Ms pastures live. 



168; 169 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 

3 Enter his gates with songs of joy ; 

With praises to his courts repair ; 
And make it your divine employ 

To pay your thanks and honors there. 

4 The Lord is good, the Lord is kind ; 

Great is his grace, his mercy sure ; 
And the whole race of man shall find 
His truth from age to age endure. 

Ibo June 16. L. M. Missionary Chant. 

"thy kingdom come." 

" The kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteous- 
ness and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost."— i?ow. xiy. 17. 

1 '• 'T'HY kingdom come !" AU sinful lands, 

-*- In error sunk, thy presence crave; 
And victims bound by tyrant hands 
Implore thee, Father, come and save ! 

2 " Thy kingdom come I" The afflicted mind 

In chains and darkness calls for thee ; 
For thou hast eyes to give the blind, 
And strength to set the bondman free. 

3 Thy reign of peace and love begin I 

Too oft the Christian's sacred name 
Is stained by war and slavery's sin ; 
Oh, come, assert the gospel's claim ! 

4 Oh, never in truth's righteous cause 

Our hearts be slow, oui- voices dumb; 
Upon the glorious theme we pause, 

And fervent pray, *' Thy kingdom come !" 

169 June 17. 7s. Benevento, 

PRAISE TO GOD. 

" JTiile I li^e will I praise the Lord ; I will smg praises unto 
my God while I have any heing."— P5. cxlvi. 2. ^ ^ "^ ° "^"^ 

1 pRAISE to God; oh ! let us raise 

From our hearts a song of praise ; 
Of that goodness let us sing 
Whence our lives and blessings spring. 



JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 170 

2 Praise to Him who made the light, 
Praise to Him who gave us sight ! 
Praise to Him who formed the ear ! 
He our humble praise will hear. 

3 Praise Him for our happy hours ; 
Praise Him for our yaried powers ; 
For these thoughts that soar above ; 
For these hearts he made for love. 

4 For the voice he placed within, 
Bearing witness when we sin ; 
Praise to Him whose tender care 
Keeps the watchful guardian there ! 

6 Praise the mercy that did send 
Jesus for our guide and friend ; 
Praise Him, every heart and voice, 
Him who makes the world rejoice. 



170 June 18. CM. Medfield. 

LmZRALITT REWARDED. 

"He hath dispersed; he hath given to the poor; his n^rht- 
eousness endureth for ever; his horn shaU be exalted with 
honor. ' — .Ps. cxii. 9. 

1 TTAPPY is he who fears the Lord, 
-■-■- And follows his commands ; 
Who lends the poor without reward, 

Or gives with liberal hands. 

2 As pity dwells within his breast. 

To all the sons of need; 
So God shall answer his request, 
With blessings on his seed. 

3 In times of danger and distress, 

Some beams of light shall shine^ 
To show the world his righteousness, 
And give him peace divine. 

4 His works of piety and love 

Remain before the Lord ; 
Honor on earth, and joys above, 
Shall be his sure reward. 

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171; 172 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JTJNE. 



171 



June 19. L. M. Hehr 



LmXG TO CHKIST. 



" Lord, to whom shall we go ? Thou hast the words of eter- 
nal life." — John yI. 68. 

1 "TV/TY gracious Lord, I own thy right 
^^ To every service I can pay, 
And call it my supreme delight 

To hear thy dictates and obey. 

2 What is my being, but for thee — 

Its sure support — its noblest end ? 
'Tis my delight thv -^orr to see, 

And serve tn.c ^o-use of such a friend. 

3 I would not breathe for worldly joy, 

Or to increase my worldly good ; 
Nor future days nor powers employ 
To spread a sounding name abroad. 

4 'Tis to my Saviour I would live; 

To him, who for my ransom died ; 
Nor could all worldly honor give 
Such bliss as crowns me at his side. 

5 His work my hoary age shall bless, 

When youthful vigor is no more ; 
And my last hour of life confess 

His saving love — his glorious power. 



172 



June 20. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam. 



THE WITNESS. 



" He that believeth on the Son of Grod hath the witness in 
himself."— 1 John t. 10. 

1 a AYIOUR, I thy word believe, 
^ My unbelief remove ; 
Now thy quickening Spirit give, 

The unction from above : 
Show me, Lord, how good thou art; 

With thy love my spirit fill, 
Send the witness to my heart, 
The Holy Ghost reYcal. 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 173 

2 Blessed Comforter, come down, 

And live and move in me ; 
Make mj every deed thine own, 

In all things led by thee : 
Bid my every sin depart, 

And with me vouchsafe to dwell ; 
Faithful Witness, in my heart 

Thy perfect light reveal. 

.3 Whom the world cannot receive, 

Lord, reveal in me ; 
Son of God, I cease to live, 

Unless I live to thee : 
Make me choose the better part ; 

Oh, do thou my pardon seal ; 
Send the witness to my heart, 

The Holy Ghost reveal. 



173 



June 21. C. M. Peterborough, 



GOD S GOODNESS ACKNOWLEDGED. 

**The goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance." — iJom.ii.l, 

1 r\ GOD, let this my morning song 
^-^ Like holy incense rise ; 
Assist the offerings of my tongue 

To reach the lofty skies. 

2 Amid the darkness of the night 

Me thou didst safely keep. 

Again to hail the morning light 

Again refreshed by sleep. 

3 Perpetual blessings from above 

Encompass me around ; 
But oh ! how few returns of love 
Hath my Creator found! 

4 How long have I abused thy love ! 

How long indulged in sin I 
For conscience cries with faithful voice, 
How guilty I have been. 

Draw me, God, with sovereign grace, 
And fill me with thy love ; 
That I may end this mortal race 
To dwell with thee above. 

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174; 175 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JTJNE. 



174 



June 22. C. M. Rochester, 



THE BOUNTIES OF PROVIDENCE. 



"The earth, Lord, is full of thy mercy: teach me thy sta- 
tutes." — Ps. cxix. &4. 

1 T ORD, when my raptured thought surveys 
-L^ Creation's beauties o'er, 

All nature j oins to teach thy praise, 
And bid my soul adore. 

2 Where'er I turn my gazing eyes, 

Thy radiant footsteps shine ; 
Ten thousand pleasing wonders rise. 
And speak their source divine. 

8 On me thy providence has shone 
With gentle, smiling rays : 
let my lips and life make known 
Thy goodness and thy praise. 

4. All-bounteous Lord, thy grace impart ; 
teach me to improve 
Thy gifts, with ever-grateful heart ; 
And crown them with thy love. 



175 June 23. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn. 

CHRIST'S EXALTATION. 

"He is ahle to save them to the uttermost that come unto 
God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for 
them." — Heb. vii. 25. 

1 TESUS ! hail ! enthroned in glory, 
^ There for ever to abide ; 

All the heavenly host adore thee. 
Seated at thy Father's side. 

2 There for sinners thou art pleading, 

There thou dost our place prepare ; 
Ever for us interceding. 
Till in glory we appear. 

3 Worship, honor, power, and blessing, 

Thou art worthy to receive : 
Loudest praises, without ceasing. 
Meet it is for us to give. 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 176; 177 

4 Help, ye bright, angelic spirits ! 

Bring your sweetest, noblest lays ; 
Help to sing our Saviour's merits, — 
Help to chant Immanuel's praise. 



176 



June 24. C. M. St. Martin's. 



COMPASSION AND CHARITY. 

*' i^he merciful man (loetla good to his own soul." — Prov. xi. 17. 

1 "OLEST is the man whose softening heart 
■^ Feels all another's pain ; 

To whom the supplicating eye 
Is never raised in vain ; — 

2 Whose breast expands with generous warmth, 

A brother's woes to feel, 
And bleeds in pity o'er the wound 
He wants the power to heal. 

3 He spreads his kind supporting arms 

To every child of grief; 
His secret bounty largely flows, 
And brings unasked relief. 

4 To gentle offices of love 

His feet are never slow ; 
He views, through mercy's melting eye, 
A brother in a foe. 

5 To him protection shall be shown, — 

And mercy from above 
Descend on him who thus fulfils 
The perfect law of love. 

177 June 25. S. M. Lisbon. 

CHRIST'S LOVE CELEBRATED.^ 

"And they sing the song of Moses, the servant of God, and 
the song of the Lamb, saying, 'Great and marvellous are thy 
works. Lord God Almighty; just and true are thy ways, thou 
King of saints.' " — liev. xv. 3. 

1 A AYAKE, and sing the song 
-^^ Of Moses and the Lamb ! 
Wake, every heart and every tongue 
To praise the Saviour's name! 

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178 



HYMNS rOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 



Sing of his dying love — 
Sing of his rising power — 
Sing how he intercedes above 
For us, whose sins he bore. 

Sing, till we feel our heart 

Ascending with our tongue ; 

Sing, till the love of sin depart, 

And grace inspire our song. 

Soon shall we hear him say, 
*'Ye blessed children, come!" 
Soon will he call us hence away 
To our eternal home. 

There shall our raptured tongue 
His endless praise proclaim ; 
And sweeter voices tune the song 
Of Moses and the Lamb ! 



178 



June 26. 



C. M. 



Jordan, 



INCREASING LOVE TO CHRIST DESIRED. 



" Set your affection on things above, not on things on tho 
earth." — Col. iii. 2. 

1 ^HOU lovely source of true delight, 
-■- Whom I unseen adore ; 

Unvail thy beauties to my sight. 
That I may love thee more. 

2 Thy glory o'er creation shines ; 

But in thy sacred word 
I read, in fairer, brighter lines. 
My bleeding — dying Lord. 

8 'Tis here, whene'er my comforts droop, 
And sins and sorrows rise — 
Thy love, with cheering beams of hope, 
My fainting heart supplies. 

4 But ah ! too soon the pleasing scene 
Is clouded o'er with pain ; 
My gloomy fears rise dark between, 
And I again complain. 

6 Jesus, my Lord — my Life — my Light, 
Oh, come with blissful ray ; 
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JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 179,180 

Break through the gloomy shades of night, 
And chase my fears away. 

6 Then shall my soul with rapture trace 
The wonders of thy love : 
Then I shall see thy glorious face 
In endless joy above. 



179 



Jxine 27. L. M. Uxbridge. 



INVITATION TO GO TO CHRIST. 



" Come and let us return unto the Lord : for he hath torn, 
and he will heal us ; he hath smitten, and he will bind us 
Tip." — Eosea vi. 1. 

1 Z^OME, weary souls ! with sin distressed, 
^ Come, and accept the promised rest ; 
The Saviour's gracious call obey, 

And cast your gloomy fears away. 

2 Here mercy's boundless ocean flows, 

To cleanse your guilt and heal your woes ; 
Pardon and life, and endless peace, — 
How rich the gift, how free the grace I 

3 Lord ! we accept, with thankful heart, 
The hope thy gracious words impart ; 
We come, with trembling ; yet rejoice. 
And bless the kind inviting voice. 

4 Dear Saviour ! let thy powerful love 
Confirm our faith, — our fears remove ; 
Oh ! sweetly reign in every breast, 
And guide us to eternal rest. 

180 June 28. S. M. St. Thomas. 

COMMUNION WITH THE FATHER AND CHRIST. 

" "Whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that 
the Father may be glorified in the Son." — John xiv. 13. 

1 OUR heavenly Father calls, 
^ And Christ invites us near ; 

With both, our friendship shall be sweet, 
And our communion dear. 

2 God pities all our griefs : 
He pardons every day ; 

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181 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 

Almighty to protect our souls, 
And wise to guide our way. 

3 How large his bounties are ! 
What various stores of good, 

Diffused from our Redeemer's hand, 
And purchased with his blood ! 

4 Jesus, our living head, 
We bless thy faithful care ; 

Our advocate before the throne, 
And our forerunner there. 

5 Here fix, my roving heart! 
Here wait, my warmest love ! 

Till this communion be complete 
In nobler scenes above. 



181 



June 29. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn. 



A MORNING SONG. 



" Thou Shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and 
with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy 
mind ; and thy neighbor as thyself." — Luke x. 27. 

1 'TIT'ELCOME now another morning, 

* ' While we meet our God to praise, 
And, our daily work returning, 
First to him our voice to raise. 

2 Let us think how time is passing — 

Soon the longest life departs, 
Nothing human is abiding, 

Save the love of humble hearts. 

8 Love to God and to our neighbor 
Makes our purest happiness ; 
Vain the wish, the care, the labor. 
Earth's poor trifles to possess. 

4 Father, now one prayer we raise thee; 

Give an humble, grateful heart ; 
Never let us cease to praise thee, 
Never from thy fear depart. 

5 Then, when years have gathered o'er us, 

And the world begins to fade, 
Heaven's bright realm will rise before us ; 
There our treasure has been laid. 
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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 182, 183 



182 



June 30. 7s. PleyeVs Hymn, 



WHO SHALL DWELL IN HEAVEN. 



" Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle ? who shall dwell in 
thy holy hill ? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righte- 
ousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart." — Ps. xv. 1, 2. 

1 XTTHO, Lord, when life is o'er, 

^^ Shall to heaven's blest mansions soar; 
Who, an ever-welcome guest, 
In thy holy place shall rest? — 

2 He, whose heart thy love has warmed ; 
He, whose will to thine conformed, 
Bids his life unsullied run ; 

He, whose words and thoughts are one ; — 

3 He, who shuns the sinner's road. 
Loving those who love their God ; 
Who, with hope, and faith unfeigned. 
Treads the path by thee ordained ; 

4 He, who trusts in Christ alone, 
Not in aught himself hath done : — 
He, great God, shall be thy care. 
And thy choicest blessings share. 

-LOO July 1. C. M. Laneshorough» 

A HARVEST HYMN. 

" Say not ye,* There are yet four months, and then cometh 
harvest. Behold I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look 
on the fields ; for they are white already to harvest." — John 
iv. 35. 

1 T^O praise the ever-bounteous Lord, 
-^ My soul, wake all thy powers : 
He calls, and at his voice comes forth 

The smiling harvest hours. 

2 His covenant with the earth he keeps ; 

My tongue, his goodness sing ; 
Summer and winter know their time. 
His harvest crowns the spring. 

* This is in the imperative mode, and should be read accord- 
ingly, and not, as is generally done, in the interrogative man- 
ner. As if the Saviour had said, " Do not wait four months : 
the time to do good is always present." 

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184,185 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULT. 

3 Well pleased the laborers behold 
The waving yellow crop, 
"With joy they bear the sheaves away, 
And sow again in hope. 

'4 Thus teach me, gracious God, to sow 
The seeds of righteousness ; 
Smile on my soul, and with thy beams 
The ripening harvest bless. 



184 July 2. S. M. 



Shirland, 



PARENTAL ENTREATY. 



" And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search 
for me with all your heart." — Jer. xxix. 13. 

1 IVT^^ ^^^' -^^^^ i\^ovL the Lord, 
^^ Thy father's God obey ; * 

Seek his protecting care by night, 
His guardian hand by day. 

2 Call, while he may be found, 
Oh, seek him while he's near ; 

Serve him with all thy heart and mind. 
And worship him with fear. 

3 If thou wilt seek his face. 
His ear will hear thy cry ; 

Then shalt thou find his mercy •sure, 
His grace for ever nigh. 

4 Yield then to love divine, 
Break off" your sins to-day ; 

Accept the Saviour's pardoning grace, 
Believe, repent, and pray. 



185 July 3. C. M. WarwicTi. 

PRATER FOR THE EXTENSION OF CHRISTIANITY. 

"The Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring 
forth before all the nations." — Isa, 1x1. 11. 

1 CHINE, mighty God, on Zion shine, 
^ With beams of heavenly grace ; 
Reveal thy power through every land, 
And show thy smiling face. 
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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 186 

2 When shall thy name, from shore to shore, 

Sound through the earth abroad, 
And distant nations know and love 
Their Saviour and their God ? 

3 Is not thy sacred promise pledged 

To thine exalted Son, 
That through the nations of the earth 
Thy vf^ord of life shall run ? 

4 ^' Ask — and I give the heathen lands 

For thine inheritance ; 
And to the world's remotest shores 
Thine empire shall advance." 

5 From east to west, from north to south. 

Then be his name adored : 
Let earth, with all its millions, shout 
Hosanna to the Lord I 



J-Ob July 4. L. M, Missionary Chant, 

"EEMEMBER THEM THAT ARE IN BONDS." 

"Behold, the hire of the laborers who have reaped down 
your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, crieth; and 
the cries of them which have reaped are entered into the ears 
of the Lord of Sabaoth." — James v. 4. 

1 T ORD, when thine ancient people cried, 
-^ Oppressed and bound by Egypt's king, 
Thou didst Arabia's sea divide, 

And forth thy fainting Israel bring. 

2 Lo, in these latter days, our land 

Groans with the anguish of the slave : 
Lord God of hosts ! stretch forth thy hand. 
Not shortened that it cannot save. 

3 Roll back the swelling tide of sin, 

The lust of gain, the lust of power ; 
The day of freedom usher in : 

How long delays the appointed hour ? 

4 As thou of old to Miriam's hand 

The thrilling timbrel didst restore, 
And to the joyful song her land 
Echoed from desert to the shore ; 

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187; 188 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

5 let thy smitten ones again 

Take up the chorus of the free, — 
Praise ye the Lord ! His power proclaim, 
For he hath conquered gloriously ! 

187 Julys. CM. Christmas. 

god's presence is light m daekness. 

*' Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light nnto my 
path." — Ps. cxix. 105. 

1 ly/TY God ! the spring of all my joys, 
ItX The life of my delights, 
The glory of my brightest days, 

And comfort of my nights, — 

2 Li darkest shades, if thou appear. 

My dawning is begun ; 
Thou art my soul's bright morning star. 
And thou my rising sun. 

3 The opening heavens around me shine 

With beams of sacred bliss, 
While Jesus shows his mercy mine, 
And whispers, I am his ! 

4 My soul would leave this heavy clay 

At that transporting word, 
And run with joy the shining way 
To meet my gracious Lord. 



188 



July 6. C. M. Mear, 



CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 



" Although the fig-tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit 
be in the vines ; the labor of the olive shall fail, and the fields 
shall yield no meat ; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, 
and there shall be no herd in the stalls : yet I will rejoice in 
the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation." — HaJ). iii. 17, 18. 

1 CINCE all the varying scenes of time 
^ God's watchful eye surveys. 

Oh, who so wise to choose our lot, 
Or to appoint our ways ! 

2 Good, when he gives — supremely good. 

Nor less when he denies ; 

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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 189 

E'en crosses, from his sovereign hand, 
Are blessings in disguise. 

3 Why should we doubt a Father's love, 

So constant and so kind ? 
To his unerring, gracious will 
Be every wish resigned. 

4 In thy fair book of life divine. 

My God, inscribe my name ; 
There let it fill some humble place 
Beneath my Lord the Lamb ! 



189 July 7. S. M. SU Thomas. 

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. 

*'The Lord make you to increase and abound in love one 
toward another, and toward all men." — 1 Thess. iii. 12. 

1 IDLEST be the tie that binds 
-■^ Our hearts in Christian love ! 

The fellowship of kindred^ minds 
Is like to that above. 

2 Before our Father's throne 
We pour our ardent prayers ; 

Our fears, our hopes, our aims, are one — 
Our comforts and our cares. 

3 We share our mutual woes. 
Our mutual burdens bear ; 

And often for each other flows 
The sympathizing tear. 

4 Wlien we are called to part. 
It gives us mutual pain ; 

But we shall still be joined in heart, 
And hope to meet again. 

5 This glorious hope revives 
Our courage by the way ; 

While each in expectation lives, 
And longs to see the day. 

6 From sorrow, toil, and pain, 
From sin, we shall be free ; 

And perfect love and friendship reign 
Through all eternity. 



190; 191 HYMXS rOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

190 Julys. 7s. Kuremburg. 

• A MORNING SONG. 

" Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, Lord : 
let thy loving-kindness and thy truth continually preservo 
me."— i^. xl. 11. 

1 nPHOU that dost my life prolong, 
-■- Kindly aid my morning song ; 
Tliankful from my couch I rise, 
To the God that rules the skies. 

2 Thou didst hear my evening cry ; 
Thy preserving hand was nigh ; 
Peaceful slumbers thou hast shed, 
Gra-'eful to my weary head. 

3 Thou hast kept me through the night ; 
'Twas thy hand restored the light: 
Lord, thy mercies still are new, 
Plenteous as the morning dew. 

4 Still my feet are prone to stray ; 
Oh I preserve me through the day : 
Dangers everywhere abound ; 
Sins and snares beset me round. 

5 Gently, with the dawning ray. 
On my soul thy beams display ; 
Sweeter than the smiling morn, 
Let thy cheering light return. 

191 Julys. L. M. HehrcTi, 

LOVE TO GOD AND OUR NEIGHBOR. 

"Thou sha^t lore the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and 
■with all thy soul, and with all thy mind ; and thou shalt love 
thy neighbor as thyself." — Matt. xxii. 37, 39. 

1 ^HUS saith the first, the great command, 
-*- "Let all thy inward powers unite, 

To love thy Maker, and thy God, 
With utmost vigor and delight. 

2 " Then shall thy neighbor, next in place, 

Share thine affection and esteem ; 
And let thy kindness to thyself, 
Measure and rule thy love to him." 



JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 192, 193 

3 This is the sense th.it Moses spoke ; 

This did the prophets preach and prove ; 
For want of this the law is broke, 
And the whole law's fulfilled by love. 

4 But oh I how base our passions are I 

How cold our charity and zeal 1 
Lord, fill our souls with heavenly fire, 
Or we shall ne'er perform thy will. 



192 July 10. CM. Medfield, 

CONTRITION. 

'• God b«^ merciful to me, a sinner." — LuJce xviii. 13^ 

1 r\ THOU ! whose tender mercy hears 
^-^ Contrition's humble sigh ; 

Whose hand, indulgent, wipes the tears 
From sorrow's weeping eye; — 

2 See, low before thy throne of grace,. 

A wretched wanderer mourn ; 
Has thou not bid me seek thy face ? 
Hast thou not said — " Return?'* 

S And shall my guilty fears prevail 
To Q- ive me from thy feet ? 
Thy word of promise cannot fail,. 
My tower of safe retreat. 

4 Oh ! shine on this T^enighted heart. 
With be^ms of mercy shine ; 
And let thy heal'ng voice impart 
A taste of joys divine. 

193 July 11. L. M. EJln^kam. 

DELIVERANCE FROM SIN DESIRED. 

'• HaTe mercy upon me, God, accordrao: to thy loTing-kind- 
n»>?s : acoordir.f: iiUto the multitude of thy tender mercies, blot 
out my transgressions." — Ps. li. 1. 

X 4 ND dost thou say, -'Ask what thou wilt?'* 
^ * Lord, I would seize the golden hour — 
I pray t^ be released from guilt, 

And freed from sin's polluting power. 

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194 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

2 More of thy presence, Lord, impart ; 

More of thine image let me bear ; 
Erect thy throne within my heart, 
And reign vrithout a rival there. 

3 Give me to read my pardon sealed, 

And from thy joy to draw my strength ; 
Oh ! be thy boundless love revealed 

Li all its height, and breadth, and length, 

4 Grant these requests — I ask no more, 

But to thy care the rest resign : 
Sick, or in health — or rich, or poor, 
All shall be well, if thou art mine. 



±94: July 12. 7s. Benevento, 

PRATER POR GUIDANCE, 

*-'Tlie meek will he guide in judgment; and the meek will 
he teach his way." — Ps. xxv. 9. 

1 f^ UIDE, Lord, our youthful band 
^-^ Journeying toward the better land ; 
Foes we know are to be met, 

^ Snares our daily path beset ; 
Clouds upon the valley rest, 
Eough and dark the mountain's breast; 
And our home may not be gained, 
Save through trials well sustained. 

2 Guide us, while we onward move 
Bound by bonds of mutual love. 
Striving for the holy mind, 
And the soul from sense refined ; 
That when life no longer burns. 
And the dust to dust returns. 

With the strength which thou hast given 
We may rise to thee and heaven. 

S God of love ! on thee we all 
Humbly for thy guidance call ; 
Save us from the evil tongue, 
From the heart that thinketh wrong, 
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JULY.] HYMXS FOR .vCflOOLS. 195, 196 

From the sins, wliate'^cr they be, 
Tliat divide the soul from thee. 
God of grace ! on thee we rest ; 
Bless us, and we shall be blest. 



195 July 13. L.M. Fariitgal. 

COMMCNIOX WITH GOD DESIRED. 

'• My fle?h and my heart faileth : but God is the strength of 
my heart, and my poruon for ever." — Ps. Ixxiii. 26. 

1 A FY gracious Lord, whose changeless love 
-^'-^ To me no earthly power can part, 
When shall my feet forget to rove? 

All ; what shall fix this faithless heart I 

2 AVhy do these cares my soul divide. 

If thou indeed hast set me free? 
Why am I thus, if thou hast died — 
If thou hast died to ransom me ? 

3 Great God, thy sovereign aid impart. 

And guard the gifts thyself hast given r 
My portion thou, my treasure art, 
M}' life, my happiness, and heaven. 

4 Would nught vrith thee my wishes share,, 

Tliough dear as life the idol be. 
That idol from ray breast I'll tear. 
Resolved to seek my all from thee.. 

5 Whato'er J fondly counted mine-, 

To thee, my Lord, I here restore i 
With joy I all for thee resign* 
Give me thyself — I ask no more. 



l')o July 14. CM. LaneshorougTu 

THE SAViJUR THE GREAT OBJECT 0» DESIRE. 

'*I count ill thin-j^s but loss for the excellency of the know- 
ledge of Christ Jesus, my Lord."— P/ii7. iii. 8. 

1 ATY Saviour, let me hear thy voice 
AjJL pi-onounce the word of peace ; 
And all my warmest powers shall join 
To celebrate thy gra.ce, 

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197 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

2 With gentle Yoice, call me thy child, 

And speak my sins forgiven ; 
The accents mild shall charm mine ear 
Like all the harps of heaven. 

3 Cheerful, where'er thy hand shall lead, 

The darkest path I'll tread ; 
Cheerful I'll quit these mortal shores, 
And mingle with the dead. 

4 When dreadful guilt is done away, 

No other fears we know; 
That hand which seals our pardon sure. 
Shall crowns of life bestow. 



197 



July 15. S. M. Shirlaiid. 



PRATEE, FOR PARDON. 



"For thy name's sake, Lord, pardon mine iniquity: for it 
is great." — Ps. xxv. 11. 

1 "OEFOUE thy mercy's throne, 
^^ Thy succor, Lord, we seek; 

For thou art good and great olone; 
All helpless we, and weak. 

2 Like sheep that go astra}^ 
Our wilful course we've run, 

From what thou wouldst, have turned away, 
And what thou wouldst not, done. 

3 Guilt, like a heavy load, 
Upon our conscience lies ; 

To thee we make our sorrows known, 
And lift our weeping eyes. 

4 Oh, spare our sins confessed, 
The penitents restore ; 

On them who turn to thee for rest. 
Thy healthful Spirit pour. 

5 Pour, for the Saviour's sake, 
Thy blessing's heavenly dcAV 

On those who fain would sin forsake, 
And thy pure wavs pursue. 
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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 198^ 199 

198 July 16. L. M. Ward. 

PRAYER FOR GUARDIANSHIP AND GUIDANCE. 

"The Lord is my light and my salvation : whom shall I fear? 
The Lord is the strength of my life : of whom shall 1 be Afraid." 
— Fs. xxvii. 1. 

1 f'\ THOU, to whose all-searching sight 
^^ The darkness shineth as the light, 
Search, prove uiy heart ; it pants for thee ; 
Oh, burst these bonds, and set it free ! 

2 If in this darksome wild I stray, 

Be thou my Light, be thou my Way ; 

No foes, no violence I fear. 

No fraud, while thou, my God, art near. 

8 When rising floods my soul o'erflow. 
When sinks my heart in waves of wo, 
O God, thy timely aid impart. 
And raise my head and cheer my heart. 

4 If rough and thorny be the way. 
My strength proportion to my day ; 
Till toil, and grief, and pain shall cease, 
Where all is calm, and joy, and peace. 

199 July 17. L,M. 6 lines. Eatofi. 

SUPPLICATION FOR P.ARDON. 

'•Hoar, Lord, when I ■cry with my voice : have mercy also 
upon me, and answer me." — Ps. xxviL 7. 

1 "pATHER of mercies— God of love ! 

-*- Oh I hear a humble suppliant's cry; 
Bend from thy lofty seat above, 

Thy throne of glorious majesty: 
Oh I deign to hear my mournful voice, 
And bid my drooping heart rejoice. 

2 I urge no merits of my own, 

No worth, to claim thy gracious smile: 
No — wl>en I bow before thy throne, 

And diiTG converse with God a while — 
Thy name, blest Jesus, is my plea — 
1),^ ,r.-^t imd sweetest name to me I 

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200; 201 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS-. [JULY. 

3 Father of mercies — God of love ! 

Then hear thy humble suppliant's cry; 
Bend from thy lofty seat ab«)ve, 

Thy throne of glorious majesty : 
One pardoning- i^ord can make me whole, 
And boothe the anguish of my soul. 

200 July 18. L..M. Di\2Slreei. 

U:a\TRSAL PREYALENCE OF THE GOSPEL. 

*' And the Lord shall be king over all th j earth : in that day 
shall there be one Lord, and his name one." — Zeclu xiv. 9. 

1 A RISE ! arise ■' — with joy survey 
■^-^ The glory of the latter day : 
Already is the dawn begun 
"Which marks at hand a rising sun 1 

2 *' Behold the way !" ye heralds^- cry : 
Spare not — but lift your voices high r 
Convey the sound from pole to pole, 
*' Glad tidings"' to the captive soul. 

3 The north gives up — the south no more 
Keeps back her consecrated store : 
From east to west the message runs, 
And either India yields her sons. 

4 Auspicious dawn i — thy rising ray 
"With joy we view — and hail the day; 
Great Sun of Righteousness! — arise, 
And fill the world with glad surprise. 

201 July 19. S. M. n 

CASiTXG OUR CAPES ON SOD: 

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: 
he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." — Ps, Iv. 22. 

1 ITOW gentle God's commandb! 
^^ How kind his precepts are I 

'* Come, cast your burdens on the Lord, 
And trust his constant care." 

2 While Providence supports; 

Let saints securely dwell ; 
Thnt hnnd which benrs all nature up, 
Shall c:uide h's chikh-en well. 

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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 202, 203 

3 Why should this anxious load 

Press down your weary mind ? 
Haste to your heavenly Father's throne, 
And peace and comfort find. 

4 His goodness stands approved, 

Down to the present day ; 

I'll drop my burden at his feet, 

And bear a song away. 
i 

202 July 20. C. M. Coronation, 

CHRIST'S REIGN TO BE UNIVERSAL. 

" He shall have dominion from sea to sea, and from the river 
unto the ends of the earth." — Ps. Ixxii. 8. 

1 TESUS, immortal Elng, arise! 
^ Assert thy rightful sway, 

Till earth, subdued, its tribute bring, 
And distant lands obey. 

2 Ride forth, victorious Conqueror, ride, 

Till all thy foes submit, 
And all the powers of hell resign 
Their trophies at thy feet ! 

3 Send forth thy word — and let it fly 

The spacious earth around; ^ 

Till every soul beneath the sun 
Shall hear the joyful sound ! 

4 From sea to sea, from shore to shore. 

May Jesus be adored ; 
And earth, with all her millions, shout 
Hosanna to the Lord ! 



203 July 21. L. M. Wells. 

ENCOURAGEMENT TO PRAYER. 

"For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his 
ears are open unto their prayers." — 1 Pet iii. 12. 

1 CING to the Lord, who loud proclaims 
^ His various and his saving names ; 
Oh I may they not be heard alone, 
But by our sure experience known. 

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204 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

2 Through every age bi.^^ gracious ear 
Is open to his sovYants' prayer ; 

' Nor can one humble soul complain, 
That he has souglit his God in Yain. 

3 Wh.:t unbelieving heart shall dare 
In whispers to suggest a fear ? 
AVhile stili he owns his ancient nane, 
The same bis power — his Ic^ve the same I 

4 To thee our souls in faith arise, 
To thee we lift exDcating eyes ; 

We boldly through the desert tread, 

For God will guard vhere God shall lead. 



204: July 23. C. M. Arlmgton. 

COMFORT IN GOD. 

"Let all those that put the-r trust :n thea rejoice: lei, them 
ev<^r shout fo^- joy. h'cause thcu rhfendest thi.m: let tbem 
also that love th}' name be joyful in theo."- -Ps. v. 11. 

1 T\FiAT^. Pv6fuge of my weary soul, 
■^ On thee, when sorrows rise,. 

On thee, when v/aves of trouble roll, 
My fainting hope relies. 

2 To thee I tell each rising, grief. 

For thou alone canst heal; 
Thy word can bring a sweet relief 
For every pain I feel. 

3 But, oh ! when gloomy doubts prevail, 

I fear to call thee mine ; 
The springs of comfort seem to fail. 
And all my hopes decline. 

4 Yet, gracious God, where shall I flee ? 

Thou art my onl}^ trust; 
And still my soul would cleave* to. thee. 
Though prostrate in the dust.. 

5 Thy mercy-seat is open still ; 

Here let my sonl retreat : 
AVith humble hope attend thy willj 
And w^ait beneath thv feet. 
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JULY.] HYMNS FOli SCHOOLS. 205, 206 

205 July 23. C. M, LcneshorGi.'gL 

RELIGIOX IMPORTAXT TO THE TOUNG. 

"Keep sound wisdom and discretion: so shall the\ be life 
unto thy soul, and grax:e to thy neck." — Frov. 'hi. 21, 22. 

1 V\rHILE in the tender years of youth, 
*^ Ir* nature's smiling bloom, 

Ere age aixzve, and, trembling, wait 
Its summons to the tomb ; — 

2 Fvemember thy Creator, God ; 

For him thy povTers employ: 
Make him thy fear, thy love, thy hope, 
Thy portion, and thy joy, 

8 He will in safety guide ihj course 
O'er life's uncertain sea. 
And bring thee to that peaceful shore 
AVhere happy spirits be. 

206 July 24. C. X Fochester. 

PLEASURE OF INSTRUCTING THE YOUNG. 

"Let no man der-pise thy youth; but be thou an example of 
the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in 
ftiih, in purity." — 1 Tim. iv. 12. 

1 "DLEST worli ! the youthful mind to win, 
-^ And turn the rising race 

From dark and dangerous paths of sin, 
To seek redeeming grace. 

2 Children cur kind protection claim ; 

And God will well approve, 
TVhen infants learn to lisp his name, 
And their Redeemer love. 

o Be ours the bliss, in wisdom's way 
To guide untutored youth, 
And show the mind which went astray 
The way, the life, the truth ! 

4 Thy Spirit, Father, on us shed. 
And bless this good design : 
The honors of thy name be spread: 
Be all the glory thine! 

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207; 208 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 

207 July 25. L. M. Hehron. 

CHMSTIAN FRIENDSHIP. 

" A new commandment I giye unto you, That ye love one 
another." — John xiii. 34. 

1 TTOW blest the sacred tie that binds, 
-■--■- In sweet commTinion, kindred minds ! 
How swift the heavenly course they run. 
Whose hearts, whose faith, whose hopes, are one ! 

2 To each the soul of each how dear ! 
What jealous love, what holy fear! 
How doth the generous flame within 
Refine from earth and cleanse from sin ! 

3 Their streaming tears together flow 
For human guilt and human woe ; 
Their ardent prayers together rise. 
Like mingling incense to the skies. 

4 Nor shall the glowing flame expire, 
When dimly burns frail nature's fire; 
Then shall they meet in realms above, 
A heaven of joy, a heaven of love. 



208 July 26. L. M. Truro. 

GOD EVER TO BE PRAISED. 

" Lord, open thou my lips, and my mouth shall show forth 
thy praise." — Ps. 11. 15. 

1 TTOW shall we praise thee. Lord of light ! 
-■-'- How shall we all thy love declare ! 
Once more we've guarded been by night, 

Once more we raise our morning prayer. 

2 We would adore thee, God sublime, 

Whose power and wisdom, love and grace 
Are greater than the round of time. 
And wider than the bounds of space. 

3 Oh, how shall thought expression find, 

All lost in thine immensity ! 
How shall we seek thee, glorious Mind, 
Amid thy dread infinity ! 
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JULY.] HY3INS FOR SCHOOLS. 209, 210 

4 But thou art present with us here, 
As in thy glittering, high domain ; 
And grateful hearts and humble fear 
Can never seek thj face in vain, 

6 Help us to praise thee, Lord of light; 
Help us thy boundless love declare ; 
And, while we've guarded been by night, 
Once more hear thou our morning prayer. 

209 July 27. C. m St. Martifi's, 

TEY KINGDOM COME. 

" Thy throne, God, is for ever and ever : a sceptre of righte- 
ousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom." — Heh. i. 8, 

1 Tj^ATHER of me and all mankind, 
-*- And all the hosts above, 

Let every understanding mind 
Unite to praise thy love. 

2 Thy kingdom come, with power and grace, 

To every heart of man ; 
Thy peace, and joy, and righteousness, 
In all our bosoms reign ; — 

3 The righteousness that never ends, 

But makes an end of sin ; 
The joy that human thought transcends, 
And calms the soul within ; 

4 The kingdom of established peace, 

Which can no more remove ; 
The perfect power of godliness, 
The omnipotence of love. 

210 July 28. S. M. Watchman, 

ENCOURAGEMENT TO DO GOOD. 

"And let us not he weary in well-doing: for in due season 
we shall reap if we faint not." — GaL vi. 9. 

1 /CHILDREN of Christ, arise, 
^ And gird you for the toil ; 
The dew of promise from the skies 
Already cheers the soiL 

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211 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS'. [JTJLY. 

2 Go where the sick recline, 

Where mourning hearts deplore ; 
And where the sons of penury pine. 
Dispense your hallowed lore. 



kneel. 



3 Urge, with a tender ze«l, 
The erring child along, 

Where peaceful congregations 
And pious teachers throng. 

4 Be faith, which looks above, 
With prayer, your constant guest ; 

And wrap the Saviour^s changeless love 
A mantle round your breast. 

5 So shall you share the wealth 
That earth may ne'er despoil. 

And the blest gospel's saving health 
Repay your arduous toil. 



211 



July 29. L. M. Ward, 

EXTENT OF CHRIST'S LOVE. 



" As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you : continue 
ye in my love." — John xv. 9. 

1 TESUS, thy boundless love to me 

^ No thought can reach, no tongue declare ; 
Unite my thankful heart to thee, 
And reign without a rival there. 

2 Thy love, how cheering is its ray ! 

All pain before its presence flies ; 
Care, anguish, sorrow, melt away 
Where'er its healing beams arise. 

3 Oh, let thy love my soul inflame, 

And to thy service sweetly bind ; 
Transfuse it through my inmost frame. 
And mould me wholly to thy mind. 

4 Thy love, in sufi*erings, be my peace ; 

Thy love, in weakness, make me strong ; 
And, when the storms of life shall cease, 
Thy love shall be in heaven my song. 
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JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 212,213 

212 July 30. S. M. Shirland, 

THE ARK OF SATETT. 

« Keep me as the apple of the eyo, liide me under the shadow 
of thy wings."-— i^. xvii. 8. 

1 r^H, cease, my Trandering souL, 
^-^ On restless wing to roam ; 

All this wide world, to either pole, 
Has ttot for th©e a home, 

2 Behold the ark of God ; 
Behold the open door ; 

Oh, haste to gain that dear abode, 
And rove, my son], n<3 more. 

3 There safe thou shalt abide, 
There sweet shall be thy rest, 

And every longing satisfied, 
With full salvation blest. 

4 Then cease, my wandering soul, 
On restless wing to roam; 

All this wide world, to either pole, 
Has not for Ihee a home. 



213 July 31 L.1L Uxhridge. 

TOUTHFUL 0BEDIE:)7CE. 

" Behold I set before you this day a blessing and a cnrse : a 
blovssing, if ye obey the commandments of the Lord your God ; 
and a curse, if ye -will not obey." — Deut. xi. 26, 27. 

1 TN Israel's fane, by silent night, 

-■- The lamp of God was burning bright ; 
And there, by viewless angels kept, 
Samuel, the child, securely slept. 

2 A voice unknown the stillness broke ; 
■"Samueli" it called, and thrice it spoke; 
He rose : he asked whence came the word ; 
From Eli ? No — ^it was the Lord. 

3 Thus early called to serve his God, 
In patbs of righteousness he trod ; 
Prophetic visions fired his breast, 
Aad all the chosen tribes were blest. 

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4 Speak, Lord, and, from our earliest days, 
Incline our hearts to love thy ways ; 
Thy wakening voice hath reached our ear — 
Speak, Lord, to us ; thy seryants hear. 



214: August L L. M. . Truro. 

3HE saviour's mSSlQfS, 

'•' He shall (ieliyer the needy when he crieth ', t\sd pocr alsc^ 
and him that hath no helper." — Ps. Ixsii. 12. 

1 "]V[OW let our nnngling voices rise 
-^^ In grateful rapture to the skies ; 
Let songs of joy the day proclaim 
When Jesus all-triumphant came. 

2 He came to bid the weary rest, 

To heal the sinner's wounded breast. 
To spread the light of truth around. 
Throughout the world's remotest bound. 

8 He eame our trembling souls to save 
From sin, from sorrow, and the grave ; 
Victorious over death and time, 
To lead us- to a happier clime. 

4 Then let our mingling voices rise 
In grateful rapture to the skies ; 
Let songs of joy the day proclaim 
When Jesus all- triumphant came. 



215 



August 2. L. M. TTxhridge^ 



EETIROrEXT A>1) MEDITATIO:?. 



" I idll meditate in thy precepts, and have r^peet laito thy 
ways." — Ps. exix. 15. 

1 "\rY God, permit me not to be 
•^^ A stranger to myself and thee ; 
Nor midst a thousand thoughts to rove, 
Forgetful of my highest love. 

2 Why should my passions mix with earth. 
And thus debase my heavenly birth ? 
Why should I cleave to things below. 
And let my God^ my Saviour, go ? 

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A^aO.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS, 216 

S Call me away from flesh and sense ; 
One sovereign word -can draw me thence ; 
I would obey the voice divine. 
And all inferior joys resign. 

4 Be earth, with all her scenes, withdrawn ; 
Let noise and vanity be gone : 
In secret sileJice of the mind 
My heaven, and there my God, I find. 



^16 Augxist S. 7s & 6s, Romaiiie, 

LOOKING HEAVENWARD, 

"We loofe »o?t at the things which are seen, but at the things 
which are not seen : for the things which are seen are temporal j 
but the thisags which are not seen are eternal." — 2 Oor, iv. 18. 

1 T^ROM every earthly pleasure, 
-*- From every transient joy. 
From every mortal treasure 

That soon will fade and die, — 
No longer thes» desiring, 

Upward our wishes tend. 
To nobler bliss aspiring, 

And joys that never end. 

2 From every piercing sorrow 

That heaves ouir breast to-day. 
Or threatens us to-morrow, 

Hope turns our eyes away ; 
On wings of faith ascending. 

We see the land of light, 
And feel our sorrows ending 

In infinite delight. 

3 'Tis true we are but strangers 

And pilgrims here below, 
And countless snares and dangers 

Surround the path we go : 
Though painful and distressing. 

Yet there's a rest above ; 
And onward still we're pressing 

To reach that land of love, 

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217,218 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUa 

JiJlI August 4. S. M. Lishon. 

THE THRONE OF GRACE. 

" Let US tlierefore eome boldly unto the throne of grace, that 
vre may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of Bteed." — 
Heb.iy.lQ. 

1 T)EHOLD the throne of grace I 
-^ The promise calls me near ; 

There Jesus shows a smiling face. 
And waits to answer prayer. 

2 Thine imstge, Lord^ bestow. 
Thy presence and thy love ; 

I ask to serve thee here below. 
And reign with thee above. 

8 Teach me to live by faith ; 
Conform my will to thine ; 
Let me victorious be in death. 
And then in glory shine. 

4 If thou these blessings give, 
And wilt my portion be, 
All worldly joys I'll cheerful Ifeave, 
And find my heaven in thee. 



Zio Augusts, CM. FeterhGTough, 

PRAYER FOR GXJEDANCE AND PROTECTION. 

** Thon art my rock and my fortress ; therefore for thy name's 
sake lead me, and guide me." — Ps. xxxi. 3. 

1 C^ OD of our fiithers ! by whose hand 
^-^ Thy children still are blest, 

Be with us through our pilgrimage, 
Conduct us to our rest. 

2 Through each perplexing path of life, 

Our wandering footsteps guide : 
Give us each day our daily bread, 
And raiment fit provide. 

3 Oh, spread thy sheltering wings around^ 

Till all our wanderings cease, 
And at our Father's loved abode 
Our souls arrive in peace. 
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ATJG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 219, 220 

4 Such blessings from thy gracious hand 
Our humble prayers implore ; 
And thou, the Lord, shalt be our God, 
And portion evermore. 

219 Augusts. L. M. Alfreton. 

PERPETUAL PRAISE. 

" Seven times a day do I praise thee, because of thy righte- 
ous judgments." — Ps. cxix. 164. 

1 TyHEN, wakened by thy Toice of power, 

* ' The hour of morning beams in light, 
My voice shall sing that morning hour, 
And thee, who madest that hour so bright. 

2 The morning strengthens into noon ; 

Earth's fairest beauties shine more fair ; 
And noon and morning shall attune 

My grateful heart to praise and prayer. 

3 When 'neath the evening western gate 

The sun's retiring rays are hid. 
My joy shall be to meditate, 
E'en as the pious patriarch did. 

4 As twilight wears a darker hue, 

And gathering night creation dims, 
The twilight and the midnight, too. 
Shall have their harmonies and hymns. 

5 So shall sweet thoughts, and thoughts sublime, . 

My constant inspirations be ; 
And every shifting scene of time 
Reflect, my God, a light from thee. 

220 August 7. S. M. Silver Street, 

BLESSEDNESS OF GOSPEL TIMES. 

"The Lord hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all 
the nations : and all the ends of the earth shall see the salva- 
tion of our God." — ha. lii. 10. 

1 TTOW beauteous are their feet 
-■--*- Who stand on Zion's hill ! 
Who bring salvation on their tongues. 
And words of peace reveal ! 

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221 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

2 How charming is their voice ! 
How sweet their tidings are ! 

**Zion, behold thy Saviour King, 
He reigns and triumphs here. 

3 How happy are our ears, 
That hear this joyful sound, 

Which kings and prophets waited for, 
And sought, but never found ! 

4 How blessed are our eyes. 
That see this heavenly light ! 

Prophets and kings desired it long, 
But died without the sight. 

5 The watchmen join their voice, 
And tuneful notes employ ; 

Jerusalem breaks forth in songs, 
And deserts learn the joy. 

6 The Lord makes bare his arm 
Through all the earth abroad! 

Let every nation now behold 
Their Saviour and their God. 



221 



August 8. C. M. Warwick. 



" Fear thou not ; for I am with thee : be not dismayed ; for 
I am thy God : I will strengthen thee ; yea, I will help thee : 
yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteous- 
ness." — Isa. xli. 10. 



1 



"XTE trembling souls, dismiss your fears ; 
-^ Be mercy all your theme ; 
For mercy like a river flows. 
In one perpetual stream. 

*'Fear not" the powers of earth and hell; 

God will those powers restrain ; 
His arm will all their rage repel, 

And make their efforts vain. 

** Fear not" the want of outward good ; 

For his he will provide. 
Grant them supplies of daily food, 

And give them heaven beside. 
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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 222^223 

4 *<Fear not" that lie will e'er forsake, 
Or leave his work undone ; 
He's faithful to his promises, 
And faithful to his Son. 

6 *'Fear not" the terrors of the grave, 
Nor death's relentless sting ; 
From each he'll take their victory 
And to his presence bring. 

2iJu2i August 9, 8s & 7s. Greenville. 

REDEEMIXa LOVE. 

"Ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, 
as silver and gold ; hut with the precious blood of Christ, as 
of a lamb without blemish and without spot." — 1 Pet. i. 18, 19. 

1 O AVIOUR, source of every blessing, 
^ Tune my heart to grateful lays ; 
Streams of mercy, never ceasing, 

Call for ceaseless songs of praise. 

2 Teach me some melodious measure, 

Sung by raptured saints above ; 
Fill my soul with sacred pleasure, 
While I sing redeeming love. 

3 Thou didst seek me, when a stranger, 

Wandering from the fold of God ; 

Thou, to save my soul from danger. 

Didst redeem me with thy blood. 

4 By thy hand restored, defended. 

Safe through life, thus far, I'm come ; 
Safe, Lord, when life is ended, 
Bring me to my heavenly home. 

JiAo August 10. C. M, Balerma, 

god's promises sure. 

*• Let us hold fast the profession of our faith withoiit waver- 
ing ; for he is faithful that promised." — Heb. x. 23. 

1 r\ GOD, our strength, to thee our song 
^-^ With grateful hearts we raise ; 
To thee, and thee alone, belong 
All worship, love, and praise. 

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224 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

2 In trouble's dark and stormy hour, 

Thine ear hath heard our prayer ; 
And graciously thine arm of power 
Hath saved us from despair. 

3 And thou, ever gracious Lord, 

Wilt keep thy promise still, 
If, meekly hearkening to thy vrord, 
"VVe seek to do thy will. 

4 Led by the light thy grace imparts, 

Ne'er may we bow the knee 
To idols, which our wayward hearts 
Set up instead of thee. 

5 So shall thy choicest gifts, Lord, 

Thy faithful children bless ; 
JFor them shall earth its stores afford, 
And heaven its happiness. 

224: August U. L. M. Portugal. 

SONG OF GRATITUDE AND PRAISE. 

"Praise ye the Lord : for it is good to sing praises unto our 
God ; for it is pleasant ; and praise is comely."' — Ps. cxlvii. 1. 

1 C^ OD of my life ! through all my days 

^^ My grateful powers shall sound thy praise ; 
The song shall wake with opening light, 
And warble to the silent night. 

2 When anxious cares would break my rest, 
And griefs would tear my throbbing breast. 
Thy tuneful praises, raised on high. 
Shall check the murmur and the sigh. 

3 When death o'er nature shall prevail, 
And all my powers of language fail, 

Joy through my swimming eyes shall break, 
And mean the thanks I cannot speak. 

4 But oh ! when that last conflict's o'er. 
And I am chained to flesh no more. 
With what glad accents shall I rise 
To join the music of the skies ! 

5 Then shall I learn the exalted strains 
Which echo o'er the heavenly plains ; 
And emulate, with joy unknown, 

The glowing seraphs round thy throne. 
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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 225, 226 

ZZ^ Au^st 12. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn, 

CONSCIENCE. 

"Now the end of the commandment is charity* ©ut of a pure 
heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned." — 
1 Tim. i. 5. 

1 T\/"HEN a foolish thought within 

^ ' Tries to take us in a snare, 
Conscience tells us, " It is sin," 
And entreats us to beware. 

2 In the morning, when we rise, 

And would fain omit to pray, 
* *' Child, consider," conscience cries, 
" Should not God be sought to-day ?" 

3 If in something we transgress, 

And are tempted to deny, 
Conscience says, "Your fault confess, 
Do not dare to tell a lie." 

4 When our angry passions rise. 

Tempting to revenge an ill ; 
*^Now subdue it," conscience cries, 
"And command your temper still." 

5 Thus, without our will or choice. 

This good monitor within. 
With a secret, warning voice. 
Warns us to beware of sin. 

6 But if we should disregard. 

While this friendly voice would call ; 
Conscience soon would grow so hard 
That it would not speak at all. 

226 August 13. L. M. Ward, 

HERE AND HEREAFTER. 

" For I reckon, that the sufferings of this present time are 
not worthy to he compared with the glory which shall be re- 
vealed in us." — Rom. viii. 18. 



^H 



OW vain is all beneath the skies ! 
How transient every earthly bliss ! 
How slender all the fondest ties 
That bind us to a world like this ! 

* Love. 

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227 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

2 Tlie evening cloud, the morning dew, 

The withering grass, the fading flower, 
Of earthly hopes are emblems true — 
The glory of a passing hour ! 

3 But, though earth's fairest blossoms die, 

And all beneath the skies is vain, 
There is a land whose confines lie 
Beyond the reach of care and pain. 

4 Then let the hope of joys to come 

Dispel our cares, and chase our fears : 
If God be ours, we're travelling home, 
Though passing through a vale of tears. 



227 



Auffust 14. S. M. Watchman, 



NATURE AND REVELATION. 



" The heavens declare the glory of God ; and the firmament 
sheweth his handy work." " The law of thy mouth is better 
•unto me than thousands of gold and silver." — Fs. xix. 1, and 
cxix. 72. 

1 T)EHOLD ! the lofty sky 
■^ Declares its maker, God ; 

And all his starry worlds on high 
Proclaim his power abroad. 

2 The darkness and the light 
Still keep their course the same ; 

While night to day, and day to night. 
Divinely teach his name. 

3 In every difl'erent land 
Their general voice is known ; 

They show the wonders of his hand. 
And orders of his throne. 

4 Ye Christian lands ! rejoice; 
Here he reveals his word ; 

We are not left to nature's voice, 
To bid us know the Lord. 

5 His -laws are just and pure, 
His truth without deceit ; 

His promises for ever sure. 
And his rewards are great. 
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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 228,229 

6 While of thy works I sing, 
Thy glory to proclaim ; 
Accept the praise, my God, my King ! 
In my Redeemer's name. 



228 



August 15. L. M. Alfreton, 



LIGHT OF RELIGIOX. 



"For "we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle 
were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made 
with hands, eternal in the heavens." — 2 Cor. v. 1. 

1 TITERE all our hopes and all our fears 

' ' Confined within life's narrow bound; 
If, travellers through this vale of tears, 
We saw no better world beyond ; 

2 Did not a sunbeam break the gloom. 

And not a floweret smile beneath; 
Who could exist in such a tomb ? 

Who dwell amid the shades of death ? 

3 And such were life without the ray 

From our divine religion given : 
'Tis this, that makes our darkness day ; 
'Tis this, that makes our earth a heaven. 

4 Bright is the golden sun above. 

And beautiful the flowers that bloom, 
And all is joy, and all is love. 
Reflected from a world to come. 



229 August 16. L. M. i:jingham. 

TRUST AND SUBMISSION. 

" taste and see that the Lord is good : blessed is the man 
that trusteth in him." — Fs. xxxiv. 8. 

1 ly/TY God, I thank thee : may no thought 
■^■^ E'er deem a Father's hand severe ; 
But may this heart, by sorrow taught, 

Calm each wild wish, each idle fear. 

2 Thy mercy bids all nature bloom ; 

The sun shines bright, and man is gay ; 
Thine equal mercy spreads the gloom 
That darkens o'er his little day. 

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230; 231 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

3 Full many a throb of grief and pain 

Thy frail and erring child must know ; 
But not one prayer is breathed in vain, 
Nor does one tear unheeded flow. 

4 Thy various messengers employ ; 

Thy purposes of love fulfil ; 
And, mid the wreck of human joy, 
Let humble faith adore thy wiU. 



230 



August 17. C. M. Medfield. 



BLESSEDNESS OF THE MERCIFUL. 



"Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain, mercy." — 
MaU. v. 7. 

1 "DLEST is the man whose liberal heart 
•^ Feels for the suffering poor ; 

Who freely gives, for their relief, 
His counsel and his store. 

2 To him the Lord, in troublous times. 

Will sure deliverance send ; 
His life prolong on earth, and bless, 
And from his foes defend. 

3 When, on the bed of languishing, 

His mortal hour is come. 
The Lord will soothe his dying pains, 
And take the sufferer home. 

4 The Lord of heaven loves liberal souls, — 

Their hearts are like his own : 
Heaven is the home of those who breathe 
The mercy of his throne. 



231 



August 18. L. M. Old Hundred. 



PRAISE FOR TEMPORAL BLESSINGS. 



"Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted 
and needy : deliver the poor and needy : rid them out of the 
hand of the wicked." — Fs. Ixxxii. 3, 4. 

1 "W^E bless the Lord, the just and good, 
' ' Who fills our hearts with joy and food; 
Who pours his blessings from the skies, 
And loads our days with rich supplies. 
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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 232 

2 He sends the sun his circuit round, 

To cheer the fruits, to warm the ground ; 
He bids the clouds, with plenteous rain, 
Refresh the thirsty earth again. 

3 'Tis to his care we owe our breath, 
And all our near escapes from death; 
Safety and health to God belong ; 

He helps the weak, he guards the strong. 

4 With power he vindicates the just. 
And treads the oppressor in the dust ; 
In him the poor and helpless find 

A judge most just, a father kind. 

6 let us, then, with joy record 
The truth and goodness of the Lord ! 
How great his works ! how kind his ways 1 
Let every tongue pronounce his praise. 

ZoZ August 19. S. M. Lisbon, 

SEEKING GOD. 

" Because thy loving-kindness is better than life, my lips shall 
praise thee : because thou hast been my help, therefore in the 
shadow of thy wings will I rejoice." — Ps. Ixiii. 3, 7. 

1 IVr^ ^odi^ permit my tongue 
±tX rpjj-g JQy^ ^Q Q^Yi thee mine ; 

And let my early cries prevail, 
To taste thy love divine. 

2 For life, without thy love, 
No relish can afford ; 

No joy can be compared with this, 
To serve and please the Lord. 

3 In wakeful hours of night, 
I call my God to mind ; 

I think how wise thy counsels are, 
And all thy dealings kind. 

4 Since thou hast been my help, 
To thee my spirit flies ; 

And on thy watchful providence 
My cheerful hope relies. 

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233^ 234 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

6 The shadow of thy wings 
My soul in safety keeps ; 
I'll follow where my Father leads, 
For he'll support my steps. 

233 Au^st 20. L. M. Ward. 

THE aiERCY-SEAT. 

" And this is the confidence that we have in him ; that if we 
ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us." — 1 John 
V. 14. 

1 Tp'ROM eyery stormy wind that blows, 
-■- From every swelling tide of woes. 
There is a calm, a sure retreat, 

'Tis found beneath the mercy-seat. 

2 There is a place where Jesus sheds 
The oil of gladness on our heads, 

A place than all besides more sweet, 
It is the blood-bought mercy-seat. 

3 There is a scene where spirits blend, 
"Where friend holds fellowship with friend ; 
Though sundered far, by faith we meet 
Around one common mercy-seat. 

4 There, there, on eagle wing we soar, 
And sin and sense seem all no more ; 

And heaven comes down our souls to greet, 
And^ glory crowns the mercy-seat. 

Zo4: August 21. C, M. Arlington. 

EXHORTATIONS TO A HOLT LIFE. 

" Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile : 
depart from evil and do good ; seek peace and pursue it." — Ps. 
xxxiv. 13, 14. 

1 /^OME, children, learn to fear the Lord; 
^ And that your days be long, 

Let not a false or spiteful word 
Be found upon your tongue. 

2 Depart from mischief, practise love, 

Pursue the work of peace ; 
So shall the Lord your ways approve, 
And set your souls at ease. 

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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 235 

3 Come now, while young, and taste his love ; 

Come learn his pleasant ways. 
And let your own experience prove 
The sweetness of his grace. 

4 He bids his angels pitch their tents 

Round where his children dwell ; 
What ill their heavenly care prevents, 
No earthly tongue can tell. 

6 Then make the Lord your constant trusty 
His word obey with love ; 
That you may dwell among the just, 
In his bright courts above. 

235 August 22. C. M. Jordan. 

THE HEAVENLY JERUSALEM. 

" And he carried me away in the spirit to a great and high 
mountain, and showed me that great city, the Holy Jerusalem, 
descending out of heaven from God, having the glory of God. 
And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that de- 
fileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a 
lie ; but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life." — 
Rev. xxi. 10, 27. 

1 JERUSALEM! my happy home! 
^ Name ever dear to me ! 
When shall my labors have an end 

In joy, and peace, and thee ? 

2 When shall these eyes thy heaven-built walls 

And pearly gates behold ? 
Thy bulwarks with salvation strong. 
And streets of shining gold ? 

3 There happier bowers than Eden's bloom, 

Nor sin nor sorrow know : 
Blest seats ! through rude and stormy scenes 
I onward press to you. 

4 Why should I shrink at pain and woe ? 

Or feel at death dismay ? 
I've Canaan's goodly land in view. 
And realms of endless day. 

5 Apostles, martj^rs, prophets, there 

Around my Saviour stand; 
And soon my friends in Christ below 
Will join the glorious band. 

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236; 237 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

6 Jerusalem ! my happy home ! 
My soul still pants for thee ; 
Then shall my labors have an end, 
When I thy joys shall see. 

236 August 23. C. M. Rochester. 

THE JOT OF PARDOHTOD SIX. 

"Ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full."— 
John xvi. 24. 

1 ly/TY Father, let me hear thy voice 
±TX Pronounce the words of peace, 
And all my warmest powers shall join 

To celebrate the grace. 

2 With gentle smile, call me thy child, 

And speak my sins forgiven ; 
The accents mild shall charm mine ear, 
All like the harps of heaven. 

8 Cheerful, where'er thy hand shall lead, 
The darkest path I'll tread ; 
Cheerful, I'll quit these mortal shores. 
And mingle with the dead. 

4 When dreadful guilt is done away. 
No other fears we know ; 
That hand whi'ch scatters pardons down, 
Shall crowns of life bestow. 

2iOi August 24 L. M. Hebron. 

THE TRUE CHRISTIAN. 

" Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle ? who shall dwell in 
thy holy hill ? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righte- 
ousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart." — Ps. xv. 1, 2. 

1 "\TrHP shall ascend thy heavenly place, 

* ' Great God ! and dwell before thy face ? 
The man that minds religion now, 
And humbly walks with God below : 

2 Whose hands are pure, whose heart is clean ; 
Whose lips still speak the thing they mean ; 
No slanders dwell upon his tongue : 

He hates to do his neighbour wrong. 

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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 238, 239 

3 He loves his enemies, and prays 
For those that curse him to his face ; 
And doth to all men still the same 
That he would hope or wish from them. 

4 Yet, when his holiest works are done, 
His soul depends on grace alone : 
This is the man thy face shall see, 
And dwell for ever, Lord, with thee. 



2 DO August 25. L. M, Portugal, 

A MORNIXG SONG. 

"I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sus- 
tained me." — Ps. iii. 5. 

1 f\ LORD, how many are my foes, 

^^ In this weak state of flesh and blood I 
My peace they daily discompose, 
But my defence and hope is God. 

2 Tired with the burdens of the day, 

To thee I raised my evening cry : 
Thou heard'st when I began to pray, 
And thine Almighty help was nigh. 

8 Supported by thy heavenly aid, 

I laid me down, and slept secure ; 
Not death should make my heart afraid, 
Though I should wake and rise no more. 

•1 But God sustained me all the night: 
Salvation doth to God belong ; 
He raised my head to see the light, 
And make his praise my morning song. 



JiOV Au:gust 26. 7s, Nuremhurg, 

G-d's blessing desired. 

"Look down from thy holy habitation, from heaven, OLord, 
and bless thy people." — DeuL xxvi. 15. 

1 T ORD, we come before thee xiow, 
-^^ At thy feet we humbly bow; 
O do not our .suit disdain ! 
Shall we seek thee, Lord, in vain ? 

163 



240 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 

2 Lord, on thee our souls depend ; 
In compassion, now descend ; 

Fill our hearts with thy rich grace ; 
Tune our lips to sing thy praise. 

3 In thine own appointed way 
Now we seek thee ; here we stay ; 
Lord, we know not how to go, 
Till a blessing thou bestow. 

4 Send some message from thy word, 
That may joy and peace afford^ 
Let thy Spirit now impart 

Full salvation to each heart. 

5 Grant that we may seek, and find 
Thee a God supremely ki-nd ; 
Here, from earthly cares s^t free, 
Let us all rejoice in thee. 

24:0 August 27. C. M. Coronation, 

GOD IS LOTE. 

« God i^ loTe • and he tliat dwelleth in love, dwelleth in God, 
and G^n him. But if a man say, I love God. and hateth h^ 
Wher he iV a liar. For he that loveth not his brother whom 
he hath sin, how can he love God whom he hath not seen.'. 
1 John iv. 16, 20. 

1 pOME, ye that wish to know the Lord, 
^ And lift your souls above ; 
Let every heart and voice accord. 

To sing, that God is love. 

2 This precious truth his word declares, 

And all his mercies prove ; 

Jesus, the gift of gifts, appears, 

To show, that God is love. 

3 Behold ! his loving-kindness waits 

For those who from him rove ; 
And calls of mercy reach their hearts, 
To teach them, God is love. 

4 Oh, may we all, while here below, 

This best of blessings prove : 
Till warmer hearts, in brighter worlds. 
Shall shout, that God is love. 
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AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 241, 242 

241 August 28. L. M. Quito. 



THE CHRISTIAN SOLDIER. 



" Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, 
and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your 
feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace." — Eph. 
vi. 14, 15. 

1 ^^HE Christian warrior, see liim stand 
-■- In the whole armor of his God ! 
The Spirit's sword is in his hand ; 

His feet are with the gospel shod ; 

2 In panoply of truth complete, 

Salvation's helmet on his head, 
With righteousness, a breastplate meet, 
And faith's broad shield before him spread. 

3 With this omnipotence he moves ; 

From this the alien armies flee ; 
Till more than conqueror he proves, 
Through Christ, who gives him victory. 

4 Thus strong in his Redeemer's strength, 

Sin, death, and hell, he tramples down, 
Fights the good fight, and wins at length, 
Through mercy, an immortal crown. 

242 August 29, C. M. Peterborough. 

THANKS FOR GOD'S GOODNESS. 

" that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for 
his wonderful works to the children of men." — Ps. cvii. 8. 

1 A LMIGHTY Father, gracious Lord, 
■^^ Kind guardian of my days ! 
Thy mercies let my heart record 

In songs of grateful praise, 

2 In life's first dawn, my tender frame 

Was thine indulgent care ; 
Long ere I could pronounce thy name, 
Or breathe the infant prayer. 

3 Yet I adore thee, gracious Lord ! 

For favors more divine ; 
That I have known thy sacred word, 
Where all thy glories shine. 

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4 Lord, wlien this mortal frame decays, 

And every weakness dies, 
Complete the wonders of thy grace, 
And raise me to the skies. 

5 Then shall my joyful powers unite, 

In more exalted lays. 
And join the happy sons of light 
In everlasting praise. 

243 August 30. L.M. Alfreton. 

BLESSINGS OF THE GOSPEL. 

« But God is now made manifest by the appearing of our 
Saviour, Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath 
brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. — 
2 Tim. i. 10. 

GOD, in the gospel of his Son, 
Makes his eternal counsels known : 
Here love in all its glory shines. 
And truth is drawn in fairest lines. 

2 Wisdom its dictates here imparts, 

To form our minds, to cheer our hearts ; 
Its influence makes the sinner live, 
It bids the drooping saint revive. 

3 Here faith reveals to mortal eyes 
A brighter world beyond the skies ; 

Here shines the light which guides our way 
From earth to realms of endless day- 

4 grant us grace, Almighty Lord I 
To read and mark thy holy word ; 
Its truths with meekness to receive. 
And by its holy precepts live. 

244 August 31. H. M. Bethesda. 

REJOICING IN GOD. 

"Praise ve the Lord: praise ye him, all his angels: praise 
hhn, all his hosts: kings of the earth and all people: young 
men and maidens: let them praise the name of the Lord ; lor 
his name alone is excellent."--Ps. cxlvm. 1, 2, 12, 16. 

1 npO your Creator, God, 

-*- Your great preserver, raise, 
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Ye creatures of his hand, 

Your highest notes of praise : 
Let every voice proclaim his power, 
His name adore, and loud rejoice. 

2 Let every creature j oin 

To celebrate his name, 
And all their various powers 

Assist the exalted theme ; 
Let nature raise, from every tongue, 
A general song of grateful praise. 

3 But oh ! from human tongues 

Should nobler praises flow ; 
And every thankful heart 
With warm devotion glow : 
Your voices raise, ye highly blest ! 
Above the rest, declare his praise. 

4 Assist me, gracious God ! 

My heart, my voice inspire : 
Then shall I grateful join 

The universal choir : 
Thy grace can raise my heart, my tongue, 
And tune my song to lively praise. 



245 September 1. C. M. Eochester. 

SEED-TIME AXD HARVEST. 

"While the earth remaineth, seed-time and harvest, and cold 
and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night, shall 
not cease." — Gen. viii. 22. 

1 T^OUNTAIN of mercy, God of love ! 
-*- How rich thy bounties are ; 

The changing seasons, as they move, 
Proclaim thy constant care. 

2 When, in the bosom of the earth. 

The sower hid the grain. 
Thy goodness marked its secret birth. 
And sent the early rain. 

3 The spring's sweet influence, Lord ! was thine — 

The plants in beauty grew ; 
Thou gavest refulgent 'suns to shine, 
And soft refreshing dew. 

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4 These varied mercies, from above, 

Matured the swelling grain : 
A kindly harvest crowns thy love, 
And plenty fills the plain. 

5 We own and bless thy gracious sway — 

Thy hand all nature hails : 
Seed-time nor harvest, night nor day, 
Summer nor winter fails. 

Ji4:0 September 2. 8s, 7s & 4s. Greenville. 

SPIRITUAL IMPROVEMENT. 

" Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom ; 
teaching and admonishing one another in psalms, and hymns, 
and spiritual songs." — Cul. iiL 16. 

1 TN thy name, Lord, assembling, 
-*- We, thy children,, now draw near ; 
Teach us to rejoice with trembling; 

Speak, and let thy servants hear, — 

Hear with meekness, — 
Hear thy word with godly fear. 

2 While our days on earth are lengthened, 

May we give them, Lord, to thee ; 
Cheered by hope, and daily strengthened, 
We would run, nor weary be, 

Till thy glory. 
Without clouds, in heaven we see. 

3 There, in worship purer, sweeter, 

All thy people shall adore, 
Tasting of enjoyment greater 

Than they could conceive before, — 

Full enjoyment, — 
Holy bliss, for evermore. 



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THE HOUR OF PRAYER. 



" thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come." 
— JRj. Ixv. 2. 

1 IDLEST hour ! when mortal man retires 
-*-^ To hold communion with his God, 
To send to heaven his warm desires, 
And listen to the sacred word. 

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2 Blest hour ! when God himself draws nigh, 

Well pleased his children's voice to hear, 
To list the penitential sigh, 
And wipe away the mourner's tear. 

3 Blest hour ! for then, where he resorts, 

Foretastes of future bliss are given, 
And mortals find his earthly courts 
The house of God — the gate of heaven. 

4 Hail, peaceful hour ! supremely blest. 

Amid the hours of worldly care ; 
The hour that yields the spirit rest, 
That sacred hour — the hour of prayer. 

5 And when my hours of prayer are past. 

And this frail tenement decays, 

Then may I spend in heaven at last 

A never-ending hour of praise. 



Jj4:0 September 4. L. M. Effingham. 

*•- A MORNING HYMN. 

" I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep : for thou, Lord, 
only makest me dwell in safety." — Ps. iv. 8. 

1 TN sleep's serene oblivion laid, 

-^ I safely passed the silent night; 
Again I see the breaking shade. 
Again I drink the morning light. 

2 New-born, I bless the waking hour ; 

Once more, with awe, rejoice to be; 
My conscious soul resumes her power, 
And springs, my guardian God, to thee. 

3 Oh, guide me through the various maze 

My doubtful feet are doomed to tread ; 
And spread thy shield's protecting blaze, 
When dangers press around my head. 

4 A deeper shade will soon impend, 

A deeper sleep my eyes oppress ; 
Yet then thy strength shall still defend, 
Thy goodness still delight to bless. 
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6 That deeper shade shall fade away, 

That deeper sleep shall leave my eyes : 
Thy light shall give Otcrnai f-ay ; 
Thy love, the rapturt; of the skies, 

^49 September 6. C, M. Ajiiiigton, 

EARLY RELIGION. 

" God, thou hast taught me from my youth : and hitherto 
have I declared thy \70iidrous works." — Ps. Ixxi. 17. 

1 "OY Siloam's"^ cool and shady riU 
-^ How fair the lily grows ! 

How sweet the breath, beneath the hill, 
Of Sharon's dewy rose ! 

2 Lo ! such the child whose early feet 

The paths of peace have trod, 
"Whose secret heart, with influence sweet. 
Is upward drawn to God. 

8 By Siloam's cool and shady rill 
The lily must decay ; 
The rose, that blooms beneath the hill, 
Must shortly fade away, 

4 And soon, too soon, the wintry hour 

Of man's maturer age 
Will shake the gouI with sorrow's power. 
And stormy passion's rage. 

5 thou who givest life and breath. 

We seek- thy grace alone, 
In childhood, manhood, age, and death, 
To keep us still thine own. 

250 Septembers, 7s. Sahhath. 

S0NG3 OF PRAISE. 

" Let the ppople praise theo, God ; let all the people praise 
thee: let tne nations be glad and sing for joy; for thou shalt 
judge the people righteously." — Fs. Ixvii. 3, 4. 

1 CONGS of praise the angels sang, 
^ Heaven with hallelujahs rang. 



* Accent on the first syllable ; 

" Or if Zion's hill 
Delight thee more, and Siloa's brook that flowed," &c. 

Far, Lost, 1 10. 
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When Jeliovah's work begun, 
When he spake, and it was done. 

2 Songs of prais3 awoke the morn 
When the Prince of Peace was born; 
Songs of praise arose, when he 
Captive led captivity. 

3 Heaven and earth must pass away, 
Songs of praise shall crown that day; 
God will make new heavens and earth. 
Songs of praise shall hail their birth. 

4 And shall man alone be damb. 
Till that glorious kingdom come ? 
No ; let all delight to raise 

Psalms and hymns and songs of praise. 

5 Saints below, with heart and voice, 
Still in songs of praise rejoice, 
Learning here, by faith and love,. 
Songs of praise to sing above. 

6 Borne upon their latest breath. 
Songs of praise shall conquer death ; 
Then, amid eternal joy. 

Songs of praise their powers employ. 



JibL September 7. C. M. Balerma. 

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST. 

" Mj sheep hear my v-ice, and I knovv them, and they follow 
me." — John x. 27. 

1 T>EHOLD, where, in. a mortal form, 
-^ Appears each grace divine ; 
The virtues, all in Jesus met. 

With mildest radiance shine. 

2 To spread the rays of heavenly light, 

To give the mourner joy, 
To preach glad tidings to the poor, 
Was his divine employ. 

3 Midst keearepvoacV and cruel scorn. 

Patient and meek he stood ; 
While foes, ungrateful, sought his life, 
He labored for their good. 

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4 In the last hour of deep distress, 
Before his Father's throne, 
With soul resigned, he bowed, and said, 
<' Thy will, not mine, he done !" 

6 Be Christ our pattern, then, and guide ! 
His image may we bear ! 
Oh, may we tread his sacred steps, 
His brightest glories share i 

JioZi September 8« L. M. Vulie Street, 

PERPETUAL PRAISE. 

" I will praise thee, Lord my God, with «,11 my heart : and 
I will glorify thy name for evermore." — P&, Ixxxvi. 12. 

1 1\,TY God ! in morning's radiant hour 
±tX rji^ ih^QQ will I lift up my heart ; 
The shades of night obey thy power, 

And at thy sun's bright beams depart. 

2 Father and Guardian ! to thy shrine 

The life thou shieldest will I bring ; 
All, great Creator ! all is thine ; 
The heart, my noblest offering I 

3 The morning light shall see my prayer, 

The noonday calm shall know my praise ; 
And in the eyening's silent air 

My grateful hymn to thee I'll raise. 

4 So shall s-weet thoughts and hopes sublime 

My constant inspirations be ; 
And every shifting scene of time 
Reflect, my God, a light from thee ! 

JiDo September 9. C. M. Coronation, 

LOVE OF CSRIST CELEBRATED. 

" That Christ may dwell in your hearts hy faith ; and that 
ye may know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge." — 
Eph. iii. 17, 19. 

1 nrO our Redeemer's glorious name 
-■- Awake the sacred song ! 
Oh, may his love — immortal flame ' 
Tune every heart and tongue. 
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2 His love, Tvhat mortal thought can reach I 

What mortal tongue display I 
Imagination's utmost stretch 
In wonder dies away. 

3 Dear Lord, while we adoring, pay 

Our humble thanks to thee. 
May everj- heart with rapture say, 
*' The Saviour died for me I'' 

4 Oh, may the sweet, the blissful theme, 

Fill every heart and tongue, 
Till strangers love thy charming name. 
And join the sacred song. 



254 September 10. 83 & 7s. FlcyeVs Ilyrnn. 

THE FOFNT OF BLESSING. 

'•'I will panJon all thei^ iniquities, whereby they haTe sinned, 
and whereby they have tr<tnsgressed against me.'" — Jtr. xxxiii.^. 

1 "I^AE. frc^m-mortal cares retreating, 
-■- Sordid hope, and vain desire^ — 
Here, our willing footsteps meeting. 

May each heart to heaven aspire. 

2 From the fount of glory beamings 

Light celestial cheers our eyes ; 
Mercy from above proclaiming 
Peace and pardon from the skies. 

3 Who may share this great salvation t 

Every pure and humble mind, 
Every kindred, tt n^ue, and nation, 
From the stains or* guilt refined. 

4 Blessings all around bestowing, 

God withholds his care from none ; 
Grace and mercy ever flowing 
From the fountain of his throne. 

5 Lord ! with favor still attend us, 

Bless us with thy wondrous love ; 
Thou, aur sun and shield, defend us ; 
All our hope is from above. 

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255 Septeml3er 11. S. M. St. Thomas, 

THE KINGDOM OF LOVE. 

"Mercy unto you; and peace and love be multiplied." — 
J'ude2. 

1 pOME, kingdom of our God, 

^ Sweet reign of light and love ! 
Shed peace, and hope, and joy abroad, 
And wisdom from above. 

2 Over our spirits first 
Extend thy healing reign ; 

There raise and quench the sacred thirst, 
That never pains again. 

S Come, kingdom of our Grod ! 

And make the broad earth thine ; 
Stretch o'er her lands and isles the rod 
That flowers with grace divine. 

4 Soon may all tribes be blest 

With fruit from life's glad tree ; 
And in its shade like brothers rest, 
Sons of one family, 

256 September 12. C. M. Christmas, 

THC LATTER-DAY GLORV, 

" The Lord shall endure for ever : he shall judge the world in 
righteousness : he also will be a refuge for the oppressed."— 
JPs. ix> 7, 8.. 

1 T3EH0LD ! the mountain of the Lord 
■^^ In latter days shall rise 

Above the summits of the hills, 
And draw the wondering eyes. 

2 To this the joyful nations round. 

All tribes and tongues, shall flow ; 
"Up to the mount of God," they say, 
*' And to his house, we'll go." 

3 Among the nations he shall judge; 

His judgments truth shall guide; 
Deliverance to the oppressed he'll give, 
And crush the oppressor's pride. 
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4 No longer hosts, encountering hosts, 

Shall brothers slain deplore ; 
No murderous implements they'll use, 
And study war no more. 

5 The beams of love on every land 

Their sacred light shall shed ; 
And freedom, happiness, and peace, 
Throughout the world be spread. 

257 September 13, L. M. Uxbridge. 

CHR-ISTIAX STABILITY. 

"Ma^ve me to go in the path of thy commandments; for 
therein do I delight." — Fs. cxix. 35. 

1 1^ LORD, thy heavenly grace impart, 
^^ And fix my frail, inconstant heart ; 
And make my chief desire to be 

To dedicate myself to thee. 

2 Whate'er pursuits my time employ. 
May one thought fill my soul with joy ; 
That silent, secret thought shall be, 
That all my hopes are fixed on thee. 

Thy glorious ^eye pervadeth space ; 
Thy presence, Lord, fills every place ; 
And, wheresoe'er my lot may be, 

Oh may my spirit cleave to thee. 

4 Renouncing every worldly thing. 
And safe beneath thy spreading wing, 
May this sweet thought for ever be 
That all I want I find in thee. 

258 September 14. CM. St. Martin's, 

ADVANTAGES OF EARLY rtELTGTON. 

''They inquired early after God." — Ps. Ixxviii. 34. 

1 TTAPPY the child whose tender years 
-*-^ Receive instruction well ; 

Who hates the sinner's path, and fears 
The road that leads to hell. 

2 When we devote our youth to God, 

'Tis pleasing in his eyes; 

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A flower when oflfered in the bnd 
Is no Yain sacrifice. 

8 'Twill save iis from a thousand snares 
To mind religion young ; 
Grace will preserve our following years, 
And make ou3- virtue strong. 

4 To thee, almighty God ! to thee 
Our childhood we resign : 
'Twill please us to look back and see 
That our whole lives were thine. 

6 Let the sweet work of prayer and praise 
Employ our youngest breath : 
Thus, we're prepared for longer days, 
Or fit for early death.. 

259 September 15. CM. Mear, 

LOR?, REMEMBER ME. 

" According to thy mercy remember thou me fbr thy good- 
ness' sake, Lord." — Fs. xxv. 7. 

1 f\ THOU from whom all goodness flows, 
^ I lift my soul to thee ; 

In all my sorrows, conflicts, woes, 
Lord, remember me. 

2 When trials sore obstruct my way, 

And ills I cannot flee. 
Oh, let my strength be as my day ; 
Lord, remember me. 

8 When worn with pain, disease, and grief^ 
This feeble body see ; 
Grant patience, rest, and kind relief; 

Lord, remember me. 

4 When, in the solemn hour of death, 

1 wait thy just decree. 

Be this the prayer of my last breath, — 
Lord, remember me. 

5 And when before thy throne I stand. 

And lift my soul to thee. 
Then, with the saints at thy right kand^ 
Lord, remember me. 
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260 September 16. CM. Mear. 

A MORNING HYMN. 

" The day is thine, the night also is thine ; thou hast pre- 
pared the light and the sun." — Ps. Ixxiv. 16. 

1 XTTHxYT secret hand, at morning light, 

» ^ Softly unseals mine eye, 
Draws back the curtain of the night, 
And opens earth and sky ? 

2 'Tis thine, my God — the same that kept 

My resting hours from harm ; 
No ill came nigh me, for I slept 
Beneath the Almighty's arm. 

3 'Tis thine my daily bread that brings. 

Like manna scattered round, 
And clothes me as the lily springs 
In beauty from the ground. 

4 In death's dark valley though I stray, 

'T would there my steps attend, 
Guide with the staff vay lonely way. 
And with the rod defend. 

5 May that sure hand uphold me still 

Through life's uncertain race. 
To bring me to thine holy hill, 
And to thy dwelling-place ! 



Zxyy. September 17. C. IL Coronation, 

THE VISIBLE CREATION. 

"The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament 
eheweth his handy work. Day unto day uttereth speech, and. 
night unto night sheweth knowledge." — Ps, xix, 1, 2. 

1 T^HE God of nature and of grace 
-*- In all his works appears ; 

His goodness through the earth we trace, 
His grandeur in the spheres. 

2 Lift to the firmament your eye, 

Thither his path pursue ; 
His glory, boundless as the sky, 
O'crwhelms the wondering view. 

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3 His blessings fall in plenteous showers 

Upon the lap of earth, 
That teems with foliage, fruit, and flowers. 
And rings with infant mirth. 

4 If God hath made this world so fair, 

Where sin and death abound, 
How grand and rich beyond compare 
Will heavenly scenes be found 1 

262 September 18. C. M. Christmas. 

god's blessing ESSENTLiOi. 

"Except the Lord build the house, they labour in raii^ that 
build it : except the Lord keep the city, the Tvatchman waketh 
but in vain." — Fs. cxxvii. 1. 

1 O HINE on our souls, eternal God, 
^ With rays of beauty shine ; 
O let thy favor ciown our days, 

And all their round be thine. 

2 Did we not raise our hands to thee^ 

Our hands might toil in vain ; 
Small joy success itself could give^ 
If thou thy love restrain. 

3 With thee let every week begin. 

With thee each day be spent. 
For thee each fleeting hour improved^ 
Since each by thee is lent. 

4 Thus cheer us through this toilsome road,. 

Till all our labors cease, 
And heaven refresh our weary souls 
With everlasting peace. 

263 September 19. H. M. Lemx. 

lOYE OJ CHEIST CELEBRATED. 

" For the love of Christ constraineth us." — 2 Cor. t. 14. 

1 i^OME, every pious heart 

^^ That lov^s the Saviour's name, 
Your noblest power exert 
To celebrate his fame ; 
Tell all above, and all below, 
The debt of love to him you owe. 
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2 He left his starry crown, 

And laid his robes aside ; 
On wings of love came ']<wn, 

And wept, and bled, and died : 
What he endured, oh, who can tell ! 
To save our souls from death and hell. 

S From the dark grave he rose, 

The mansion of the dead; 
i\jid thence his mighty foes 

In glorious triumph led ; 
Up through the sky the conqueror rode, 
And reigns on high — the Saviour God. 

: Jesus, we ne'er can p4xy 

The debt we owe thy love ; 
Yet tell us how we may 

Our gratitude approve : 
Our hearts — ocir all — to thee we give : 
The gift, though small, do thou receive. 

2o4: September 20.* L. M. Missionary Chant, 

PRAYER FOR GENERAL PE.iCE. 

*^ Blessed are the peace-makers : for they shall be called the 
children of God."— 3/a^ v. 9. 

1 T^HY footsteps, Lord, with joy we trace, 
J- And mark the conquests of thy grace ; 
Complete the work thou hast begun, 

And let thy will on earth be dope. 

2 Oh, show thyself the Prince of peace, 
Command the din of war to cease ; 
Oh, bid contending nations rest, 
And let love reign in every breast. 

Z Then peace returns with balmy wing ; 
Glad plenty laughs, the valleys sing ; 
Reviving commerce lifts her head, 
And want, and wo, and hate have fled. 

4 Thou good, and wise, and righteous Lord, 
All move subservient to thy word ; 
Oh, soon let every nation prove 
The perfect joy of Christian love. 

* The first general Congress of Nations for the promotion of 
Peace met at Bra^sels, September 20tb, 1848. 

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ZhO September 21. 7s. Nuremhurg, 

YOUTH INVITED TO CHRIST. 

" Hearken unto me now therefore, ye children, and attoid 
to the words of my mouth." — Prov. vii. 24. 

1 pniLDHEN ! listen to the Lord, 
^ And obey his gracious word ; 
Seek his face with heart and mind — 
Early seek, and you shall find. 

2 Let his love your heart inflame : 
Be his praise your highest aim ; 
Keep his fear before your sight ; 
Be his smile your chief delight. 

3 Serve the Lord with perfect heart ; 
Never from his ways depart ; 
Glorify the King of kings, 

Take the peace the gospel brings. 

4 Turn to Christ your longing eyes. 
View this bleeding sacrifice ; 
See, in him, your sins forgiven, 
Pardon, holiness, and heaven. 

266 September 22. L. M. Fortugal. 

THE HAPPY TIME COMING. 

" Thy people also shall be all righteous : I, the Lord, will 
hasten it in his time." — Isa. Ix. 21, 22. 

1 TTASTEN, Lord, that happy time, 
-"- That dear, expected, blessed day ! 
When men of every clime and race 

The Saviour's precepts shall obey. 

2 In one sweet symphony of praise, 

Gentile and Jew shall then unite ; 
And all the wrongs that man has wrought 
Sink in the abyss of endless night. 

3 Then Afric's long enslaved sons 

Shall join with Europe's polished race, 
To celebrate, in diflferent tongues, 
The glories of redeeming grace. 

4 From east to west, from north to south, 

Emmanuel's kingdom shall extend ; 
And every man in every face 
Shall meet a brother and a friend. 

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267 September 23. &, M, Sl Thomas. 

TRUST IN G6B« 

^" Commit tfay way unto the Lord ; trust also in Mia ; and lie 
shall bring it to pass." — Ps. xxxviL 5. 

1 "jV/T^ ^^^^^^^ • clieering name! 
•^■'~ Oh, ma J I call thee mine ? 

Give me the humble hope to claim 
A portion so divine. 

2 Whate'er thy will denies, 
I calmly would resign ; 

For thou art just and good and wise: 
Oh, bend my will to thine ! 

3 Whate'er thy will ordains, 
Oh, give me strength to bear; 

Still let me know a Father reigns. 
And trust a Father's care. 

4 Thy ways are little known 
To my weak, erring sight ; 

Yet shall my soul, believing, own 
That all thy ways are right. 

5 My Father ! blissful name ! 
Above expression dear ! 

If thou accept my humble claim, 
I bid adieu to fear. 



268 September 24. L. M. Quito, 

RISING TO GOD, 

" They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength ; 
they shall mount up with wings as eagles ; they shall run, and 
not be weary ; and they shall walk, and not faint." — Isa. xl. 31. 

1 XrOW let our souls, on wings sublime, 
■^^ Rise from the vanities of time ; 
Draw back the parting veil, and see 
The glories of eternity. 

2 Born by a new celestial birth. 

Why should we grovel here on earth ? 
Why grasp at transitory toys. 
So near to heaven's eternal joys? 

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3 Should aught beguile us on the road^ 
When we are walking back to God t 
For strangers into life we come, 
And dying is but going home. 

4 Welcome, sweet hour of full discharge t 
That sets our longing souls at large, 
Unbinds our chains, breaks up our celly 
And gives us with our God to dwell. 

5 To dwell with God — to feel his love. 
Is the full heaven enjoyed above ; 
And the sweet expectation now 

Is the young dawn of heaven below* 

269 September 25. L, M, Quito, 

LOVE OF CHRIST IN THE HEART. 

" Walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, heing fniitful 
in eTery good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God."— 
Cbl. i. 10. 

1 i^OME, dearest Lord! descend and dwell 
^ By faith and love in every breast ; 
Then shall we know, and taste, and feel 

The joys that cannot be expressed. 

2 Come, fill our hearts with inward strength ; 

Make our enlarged souls possess 
And learn the height, and breadth, and length 
Of thine eternal love and grace. 

3 Now to the God whose power can do 

More than our thoughts and wishes know, 
Be everlasting honors done 

By all the church, through Christ, the Son, 

270 September 26. 7s. PleyeVsHym.., 

MORNING HYMN. 

«It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed : they 
are new every morning; great is thy faithfulness." — Lam^ 
iii. 22, 23. 

1 TN the morning I will pray 
-*- For God's blessing on the day ; 
What this day shall be my lot, 
Light or darkness, know I not. 
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2 Should it be with clouds o'ercast, 
Clouds of sorrow, gathering fast, 
Thou, who givest light divine, 
Shine within me, Lord, shine i 

S Show me, if 1 tempted be, 

How to find all strength in thee. 
And -a perfect triumph win 
Over every bosom sin. 

4 Keep mj feet from secret snares. 
Keep mine eyes, God, from tears 1 
Evety step thy love attend. 
And my soul from death defend I 



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SOCLVL WORSHIP- 



" I \7ill declare tby name unto my brethren : in the Baid^t 
of the congregation will I praise thee." — P&. xxii. 22. 

1 /^OME, and let us sweetly join 
^ God to praise in hymns divine ; 
Oive we all with one ac-cord, 
Olory to our common Lord ; 
Hands, and hearts, and voices raise ; 
Sing as in the ancient days ; 
Antedate the joys above, 

Find the heaven of mutual lov-e, 

2 Saviour, we thy promise claim ; 
We are met in thy great name ; 
In the midst do thou appear ; 
Manifest thy presence here : 
Sanctify us, Lord, and bless ; 
Breathe thy spirit, give thy peac«: 
Thou thyself withiji us move ; 
Make this hour a feast of love. 

3 Mak<3 us all in thee ^complete ; 
Make us all for glory meet; 
Meet to appear before thy sight. 
Partners with the saints in light 
Call, oh I call us each by name, 
To the marriage of the Lamb ; 
Let us lean upon thy breast ; 
7.i0ve be there oui- endless feast i 

ISS 



272,273 nY3iNs tor scnooLS. [sept. 

272 September 28, C. M. Medjield. 

TEE GOOD MAX. 

"Look not GTery man on his own things tut everj man also 
on the things of others.-'' — I^iil. ii. 4. 

1 TTAPPY the man whose cautious steps 
-"- Still keep the golden mean ; 
TVhose life, by wisdom's rules well formed^ 

Declares a conscience clean. 

2 While what kind Heaven on him bestows^ 

He takes with thankful heart ; 
His breast expands to others' wants. 
And gives the poor a part. 

3 To sect or party Ms large soul 

Disdains to be confined ; 
The good he loves, of every name^ 
And prays for all mankind. 

4 His business is to keep his heart ; 

Each passion to control ; 

Nobly ambitious well to rule 

The empire of his soul. 

Not on the world his heart is set. 

His treasure is above; 
Nothing beneath the sovereign good 
Can claim his highest love. 

273 September 29. S. M. Skirland. 

CKRISTLLS HARXOXT. 

" No-w I heseech you^ hrethren, that there he no divisions 
among you; hut that ye he perfectly joined together in th& 
same mind, and in the same judgment," — ^1 Cor. i. 10. 

1 T ET party names no more 

-*^ The Christian world overspread : 
The good of every name and sect 
Are one in Christ their Head. 

2 Among the saints on earth 
Let mutual love be found ; 

Heirs of the same inheritance, 
With mutual blessings crowned. 
184 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 274,275 

S Let envy and ill will 
Be banished far away ; 
And all in Christian bonds nnit^, 
Who the same Lord obey. 

4 Thus will the church below 
Resemble that above ; 
Where no discordant sounds are heard. 
But all is peace and love. 



274 



September 30. H. M. Lenox, 



GOD'S GOODNESS AND TRUTH. 



"For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasthig; and his 
truth endureth to all generations." — i's. c. 5. 

1 C ING to the Lord most high ; 
^ Let every land adore ; 
With grateful voice make known 
His goodness and his power; 
With cheerful songs declare his ways, 
And let his praise inspire your tongues. 



» 



The shining worlds iibove 
In glorious order stand, 
Or in swift courses move, 
By his supreme command: 
He spake the word, and all their frame 
From nothing came, to praise the Lord. 

His hands provide our food, 
And every blessing give; 
We feed upon his care, 
And in his pastures live : 
With cheerful songs declare his ways. 
And let his praise inspire your tongues. 



275 October L 8s & 7s, Wilmot. 

AUTUMN. 

" We all do fade as a leaf." — Isa. Ixiv. 6. 

1 OEE the leaves around us falling, 
^ Dry and withered, to the ground, 
Thus to thoughtless mortals calling. 
In a sad and solemn sound, — 

q2 185 



276 HT^INS FOR SCHOOLS. [0€T. 

2** Youth, on length of days presuming, 
Who the paths of pleasure tread, 
View us, late in beauty blooming, 
Numbered now among the dead. 

3 "What, though yet no losses grieve you, — 

Gay with health and many a grace ; 
Let not cloudless skies deceive you ; 
Summer gives to autumn place. 

4 "Yearly in our course returning, 

Messengers of shortest stay, 
Thus we preach this solemn warnings — 
You, like uSy must pass away." 

5 On the tree of life eternal 

Then let all our hopes be stayed : 
This alone, for ever vernal. 

Bears a leaf that shall not fade. 

Jiivy October 2. CM, Lanesh&rougJt. 

THE PEACE-MAKERS. 

" Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace ; 
and the God of love and psace shall be with yoii." — 2 Car. xiii. 11, 

1 TTTHERE shall the sons of peace be found ? 

* " Not on the embattled plain. 
Where slaughter stalketh madly rounds 
And notes of fiend-like joy resound, 
Exulting o^er the slain. 

2 They, far and evermore removed 

From fearful battle-strife. 
In gentle deeds by Heaven approved^ 
Iq doings such as Christ behooved. 

Would seek a useful life. 

3 Their every low-descending sun, 

As days glide swift along-, 
Views still the heavenly action done — 
The plan devised — the work begun, 

To lighten human wrong. 

4 What though no fame-trump, when they die^ 

Loud speaks their work abroad I 
Yet shall their record, safe on high. 
Outlast the earth, outshine the sky. 

And name them ** so:?s of God/' 
186 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 277,278 

2 i 7 October 3. C. M. Warwick. 

god's G00DXES3 — A MORMXG 80:^G. 

"I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful 
in my God : for he hath clothed me with the garments of sal- 
vation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness." — 
Ita. Ixi. 10. 

1 T^ELIGHTFUL is the task to sing, 
-^ On each returning day, 

The praises of our heavenly King, 
And grateful homage pay. 

2 The countless worlds, which, bathed in light, 

Through fields of azure move. 
Proclaim his wisdom and his might, 
But oh, how great his love ! 

3 He deigns each broken, contrite heart 

With tender care to bind ; 
And comfort, hope, and grace impart 
To heal the wounded mind. 

4 All creatures, with instinctive cry. 

From God implore their food ; 

His bounty grants a rich supply, 

And fills the earth with good. 

6 Delightful is the task, Lord ! 
With each returning day. 
Thy countless mercies to record, 
And grateful homage pay. 

278 October 4. L. M. Uxbridge. 

chkist's beneficence to be imitated. 

"God anointed Jesus of Xa2areth with the Holy Ghost and 
with power : who went about doing good." — Acts x. 38. 

1 TX/'HEN .Jesus dwelt in mortal clay, 

* ^ What were his works from day to day 
But miracles of power and grace, 
That spread salvation through our race ? 

2 Teach us, Lord, to keep in view 
Thy pattern, and thy steps pursue ; 
Let alms bestowed, let kindness done, 
Be witnessed by each rolling sun. 

187 



279; 280 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

3 That man may last, but never lives, 
AVho much receives, but nothing gives, 
^Yhom none can love, whom none can thank ; 
Creation's blot, creation's blank. 

4 But he, yrho marks from day to day, 
In generous acts his radiant way, 
Treads the same path his Saviour trod, 
The path to glory and to God. 

279 Octobers. CM. Mear. 

HOLY EESIGNATIOX. 

" The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away : blessed be 
the name of the Lord." — Job i. 21. 

1 TT is the Lord, — enthroned in light, 
-*- Whose claims are all divine, 
"Who has an undisputed right 

To govern me and mine. 

2 It is the Lord, — who gives me all 

My wealth, my friends, my ease ; 
And of his bounties may recall 
Whatever part he please. 

3 It is the Lord, — who can sustain 

Beneath the heaviest load 
From whom assistance I obtain 
To tread life's toilsome road. 

4 And can my soul, with hopes like these. 

Be faithless, or repine ? 
No, gracious God ; take what thou please; 
To thee I all resicrn. 



280 October 6. L. M. Effingham. 

PEATEE FOE SPIBITUAL ZXJOVMEXT. 

"The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all 
that call upon him in truth. He will fulfil the desire of them 
that fear him.'^— P^. cxlv. IS, 19. 

1 pOME, Holy Spirit I calm my mind, 
^^ And fit me to approach my God ; 
E.emove each vain, each worldly thought, 
And lead me to thy blest abode. 

183 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 281 

2 Hast thou imparted to my soul 

A living spark of holy fire ? 
Oh ! kindle now the sacred flame, 
Make me to burn with pure desire. 

3 Impress upon ray wandering heart 

The love that Christ to sinners bore ; 
To mourn the wounds my sins produced, 
And my Redeemer's love adore. 

4 A brighter faith and hope impart, 

And let me now my Saviour see ; 
Oh ! soothe and cheer my burdened heart, 
And bid my spirit rest in thee. 



281 



October 7. 7s. Benevento. 



BONG OF THE REDEEMED. 



" And they sing a new song:, saving:, Thou art worthy to take 
the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, 
and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, 
and tongue, and people, and nation." — Rev. v. 9. 

1 TITHAT are these in bright array, 

* ^ This innumerable throng, 
Round the altar night and day, 

Hymning one triumphant song ? 
Worthy is the Lamb once slain, 

Blessing, honor, glory, power, 
Wisdom, riches, to obtain. 

New dominion ever hour. 

2 These through fiery trials trod. 

These from great affliction came ; 
Now before the throne of God ; 

Sealed with his almighty name ; 
Clad in raiment pure and white, 

Yictor-palms in every hand, 
Through their dear Redeemer's might 

More than conquerors they stand. 

3 Hunger, thirst, disease unknown. 

On immortal fruits they feed ; 
Them, the Lamb amidst the throne 

Shall to living fountains lead: 
Joys and gladness banish sighs, 

Perfect love dispels all fears, 
And for ever from their eyes, 

God shall wipe away the tears. 

189 



282,283 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

282 October 8. L. M. Alfretou. 

THE GOLDEN RULE. 

" Therefore all things whatsoever ye -would that men Bhonld 
do to you, do ye even so to them." — Matt. vii. 12. 

1 (^H, blessed Saviour, how divine, 

^-^ How righteous is this rule of thine ! 
To do to all men just the same 
That we expect or wish from them. 

2 This golden lesson, short and clear. 
Should to each mind and heart be dear ; 
For every conscience must approve 
This universal law of love. 

3 How blessed would every nation be, 
Thus ruled by love and equity ! 
All would be friends without a foe, 
And form a paradise below. 

4 Jesus, forgive us that we keep 
Thy sacred law of love asleep ; 
Ko more let envy, wrath, or pride 
But this blest maxim be our guide. 



283 October 9. L. M. Duke Street. 

DmXE G00D>T:SS and GUn)ANCE. 

" For this God is our God for ever and ever : he will he our 
guide even unto death/'^^P^. xlviii. 14. 

1 (^I^R Father, God, once more we raise 
^^ To thee our supplicating cries ; 
For this new morn thy name we praise, 

And bid devotion's incense rise. 

2 We thank thee for all good bestowed. 

For earthly joys and hopes of heaven; 
Thy helping arm, thy guiding word, 

And answered prayers, and sins forgiven. 

3 "Whene'er we walk on dangers height, 

Or tread temptation's slippery way, 
Be nigh, to lead our steps aright, 

That word our guide, that arm our stay. 

190 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 284, 285 

4 Be ours thy fear and favor still, 

United hearts, unchanging love ; 

No scheme, that contradicts thy will, 

No wish, that centres not above. 

5 And since we must be parted here, 

Support us when the hour shall come ; 
Wipe gently oif the mourner's tear, 
iiejoin us in our heavenly home. 



^b4: October 10. 7s. Nuremhurg. 

OUR TDTES IN THE HAND OF GOD. 

" But I trusted in thee, Lord : my times are in thy hand : 
make thy face to shine upon thy servant." — Ps. xxxi. 14, 15. 

1 C OVEREIGN Kuler of the skies, 
^ Ever gracious, ever wise ! 
All my times are in thy hand. 
All events at thy command. 

2 Thou didst form me at my birth ; 
Thou wilt guide me till my death; 
All my times shall ever be 
Ordered by thy wise decree : 

3 Times of sickness, times of health ; 
Times of penury and wealth ; 
Times of trial and of grief; 
Times of triumph and relief ; 

4 Times temptation's power to prove ; 
Times to taste a Saviour's love ; 
All must come, and last, and end. 
As shall please my heavenly Friend. 

28o October 11. C. M. Rochester, 

THE RICHES OF THE SCRIPTURES. 

" Search the Scriptures ; for in them ye think ye have eter- 
nal life : and they are they which testify of me." — John v. 39. 

1 T ET avarice, from shore to shore, 
-^ Her favorite god pursue ; 
Thy word, Lord, we value more 
Than India or Peru. 

191 



286 IIYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

2 Here mines of knowledge, love, and joy, 

Are opened to our sight ; 

The purest gold without alloy, 

And gems divinely bright. 

3 The counsels of redeeming grace 

These sacred leaves unfold : 
And here the Saviour's lovely face 
Our raptured eyes behold. 

4 Here light, descending from above, 

Directs our doubtful feet ; 
Here promises of heavenly love 
Our ardent wishes meet. 

5 For these inestimable gains. 

That so enrich the mind. 
Oh, may we search with eager pains, 
Assured that we shall find ! 



286 



October 12. C. M. Balerma. 



THE LORD'S PRAYER. 



'•Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation."- 
Matt. xxYi. 41. 

1 "pATHER of all, we bow to thee 

-^ AYho dwell'st in heaven, adored ; 
But present still through all thy works 
The universal Lord. 

2 A grateful homage may we yield 

With hearts resigned to thee ; 
And as in heaven thy will is done 
On earth so let it be. 

3 From day to day we humbly own 

The hand that feeds us still ; 
Give us our bread, and teach to rest 
Contented in thy will. 

4 Our sins before thee we confess ; 

Oh, may they be forgiven ! 
As we to others mercy show. 
We mercy beg from heaven. 

192 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 287; 288 

5 Still let thy grace our life direct ; 
From evil guard our way ; 
And in temptation's fatal path 
Permit us not to stray. 



287 



October 13. L. M. Wells. 



GOD'S MERCIES. 



"0 give thanks unto the Lord ; for he is good : for his mercy 
endureth for ever." — Fs. cxxxvi. 1. 

1 /^ IVE to our God immortal praise ! 
^-^ Mercy and truth are all his ways : 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Repeat his mercies in your song. 

2 Give to the Lord of lords renown, 
The Iving of kings with glory crown : 
His mercies ever shall endure, 

. When lords and kings are known no more. 

3 He fills the sun with morning light, 
He bids the moon direct the night : 
IJis mercies ever shall endure, 

When suns and moons shall shine no more. 

4 He sent his Son with power to save 
From guilt, and darkness, and the grave : 
Wonders of grace to God belong, 
Kepeat his mercies in your song. 

6 Through this vain world he guides our feet, 
And leads us to his heavenly seat : 
His mercies ever shall endure, 
When this vain world shall be no more. 



288 October 14. C. M. Arlington, 

raiAL SUBMISSION. 

" And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, 
saying, my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me : 
nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt." — Matt. xxvi. 39. 

1 A ND can my heart aspire so high 
-^ To say. My Father, God ? 
Lord, at thy feet I fain would lie, 
And learn to kiss the rod. 

R 193 



289 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

2 I would submit to all thy will, 

For thou art good and wise ; 
Let every anxious thought be still, 
Nor one faint murmur rise. 

3 Thy lore can cheer the darkest gloom, 

And bid me wait serene, 
Till hopes and joys immortal bloom. 
And brighten all the scene. 

4 "My Father Grod," permit my heart 

To plead her humble claim, 
And ask the bliss those words impart, 
In my Redeemer's name. 



289 



October 15. L, M. Wells, 



"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and 
there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, nei- 
ther shall there be any more pain: for the former things are 
passed away." — Bev. xxi. 4. 

1 nnHERE is a region, lovelier far 
J- Than sages tell or poets sing ; 
Brighter than summer's beauties are, 

And softer than the tints of spring. 

2 It is not found by summer's gale, 

'Tis not refreshed by vernal showers, 
It never needs the moonbeam pale — 
For there are known no evening hours. 

3 No ; for this world is ever bright 

With a pure radiance all its own : 
The streams of uncreated light 

Flow round it from the eternal throne. 

4 It is all holy and serene, 

The land of glory and repose ; 
No cloud obscures the radiant scene — 
There, not a tear of sorrow flows. 

5 In vain the philosophic eye 

May seek to view the fair abode, 
Or find it in the curtained sky : 

It is — THE DWELLING-PLACE OF GOD. 
194 



OCT.] HY3INS rOR SCHOOLS. 290, 291 

290 ' October 16. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn. 

CHRIST'S CARE FOR THE YOUNG. 

" I am the i^ootl shepherd, and know my sheep and am known 
of mine." — John x. 14. 

1 C AVIOUR, who thy flock art feeding 
^ With the shepherd's kindest care, 
All the feeble gently leading, 

While the lambs thy bosom share ; — 

2 Now, these tender youth receiving, 

Fold them in thy gracious arm ; 
There, we know, thy word believing, 
Only there, secure from harm. 

8 Never from thy pasture roving. 
Let them be the lion's prey ; 
Let thy tenderness, so loving, 

Keep them all life's dangerous way. 

4 Then within thy fold eternal. 
Let them find a resting-place ; 
Feed in pastures ever vernal. 
Drink the rivers of thy grace. 

291 October 17. L. M. Old Hu?idred. 

GOD PRAISED FOR HIS GOODNESS. 

"Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and 
for his wonderful works to the children of men." — Ps. evil. 8. 

1 r\ RENDER thanks to God above, 
^^ The fountain of eternal love ; 
Whose mercy firm, through ages past, 
Hath stood, and shall for ever last. 

2 Who can his mighty deeds express, 
Not only vast — but numberless ? 
What mortal eloquence can raise 
His tribute of immortal praise ? 

3 Extend to me that favour. Lord, 
Thou to thy chosen dost afford ; 
When thou return' st to set me free. 
Let thy salvation visit me. 

4 render thanks to God above, 
The fountain of eternal love : 

His mercy firm, through ages past, 
Hath stood, and shall for ever last. 

195 



292, 293 HYMNS POR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

292 October 18. L. M. Missionary ChanU 

PRAISE TO GOD. 

" Trust in him at all times : ye people, pour out your heart 
before him : God is a refuge for us." — Ps. Ixii. 8. 

1 THTERNAL God, almighty cause 
-■-^ Of earth and seas and worlds unknown; 
All things are subject to thy laws ; 

All things depend on thee alone. 

2 Thy glorious being singly stands, 

Of all within itself possessed : 
Controlled by none are thy commands, 
Thou in thyself alone art blessed. 

3 Worship to thee alone belongs ; 

Worship to thee alone we give ; 
Thine be our hearts, and thine our songs ; 
And to thy glory may we live. 

4 Lord, spread thy name through every land; 

Sin and oppression's power dethrone ; 
Subdue the world to thy command. 
And reign, as thou art, God alone. 



293 October 19. CM. Hear. 

THE GREATNESS OF GOD. 

"I will extol thee, my God, King, and I will bless thy 
name for ever and ever." — Ps. cxlv. 1. 

1 T ONG as I live I'll bless thy name, 
-^ My King, my God of love; 
My work and joy shall be the same. 

In the bright world above. 

2 Great is the Lord ; his power unknown ; 

And let his praise be great ; 
I'll sing the honors of thy throne, 
Thy works of grace repeat. 

3 Fathers to sons shall teach thy name, 

And children learn thy ways ; 
Ages to come thy truth proclaim. 
And nations sound thy praise. 
196 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 294,295 

4 The Tvorld is managed by thy hands ; 



Thy saints are ruled jpy love : 
And thine eternal kingoom stands, 
Though rocks and hills remove. 



294 



October 20. C. M. Warwick. 



ACCEPTABLE \VORSHIP. 



"Bring no more vain oblations: wash ye, make you clean: 
put away the evil of your doings : cease to do evil, learn to do 
well: seek judgment; relieve the oppressed." — Isa. i. 13, 16. 

1 "TIT^HEREWITH shall we approach the Lord, 

' ^ And bow before his throne ? 
Oh ! how procure his kind regard, 
And for our guilt atone ? 

2 Shall altars flame, and victims bleed, 

And spicy fumes ascend ? 
Will these our earnest wish succeed? 
Will these make God our friend ? 

3 Oh ! no, 'twere vain and fruitless all, 

Such offerings to give : 
No presents from the field or stall 
His favor can receive. 

4 To men their rights we must allow, 

And proofs of kindness give ; 
To God with humble reverence bow, 
And to his glory live. 

5 Hands that are clean, and hearts sincere, 

He never will despise ; 
And cheerful duty he'll prefer 
To costly sacrifice. 



295 



October 21. L. M. Ward. 



CHOOSING THE BETTER PART. 



"But one thing is needful ; and Mary hath chosen that good 
part, which shall not be taken away from her." — Lulce x. 42. 

1 T)ESET with snares on every hand, 
-^ In life's uncertain path I stand ; 
Father divine, diffuse thy light, 
And guide my doubtful footsteps right. 
r2 197 



296 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

2 Engage this weak and erring heart 
Early to choose the better part ; 
To scorn the trifles o^a day, 

For joys that none can take away. 

3 Then, should the wildest storms arise, 
And tempests mingle earth and skies, — 
No fatal shipwreck shall I fear, 

But all my treasures with me bear. 

4 If thou, my Father, still art nigh, 
Cheerful I'll live, and cheerful die ; 
Secure, when human comforts flee. 
To find ten thousand worlds in thee. 



296 October 22. CM. Medjield. 

MAX FR.UL — BUT GOD ETERNAL. 

'•Our soul waiteth for the Lord; he is our help and our 
shield." — Ps. xxxiii. 20. 

1 f\ GOD, our help in ages past, 
^^ Our hope for years to come ; 
Our shelter from the stormy blast, 

And our eternal home. 

2 Beneath the shadow of thy throne, 

Thy children dwell secure ; 
Sufi&cient is thine arm alone, 
And Dur defence is sure. 

3 A thousand ages, in thy sight. 

Are like an evening gone ; 
Short as the watch that ends the night. 
Before the rising sun. 

4 Time, like an ever-rolling stream, 

Bears all its sons away ; 
They fly, forgotten, as a dream 
Dies at the opening day. 

5 God, our help in ages past. 

Our hope for years to come, 
Be thou our guard while troubles last. 
And our eternal home. 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 297, 298 

297 October 23. 7s. PleyeVs Hymn. 



"God is a Spirit : and they that worship him must worshij^ 
him in spirit and in truth." — John iv. 24. 

1 T ORD of Hosts, what heavenly bliss, 
-^ E'en on earth, thy worship is ! 
Here may we, thy children, see 
Much of heaven and much of thee. 

2 From thy gracious presence flows 
Bliss that softens all our woes, 
While thy Spirit's holy fire 
Warms our hearts with pure desire. 

3 Here we supplicate thy throne, — 
Here make thou thy glories known, — 
Here we learn thy righteous ways, 
Taste thy love and sing thy praise. 

4 Thus with festive songs of joy 
We our happy lives employ ; 
Love, and long to love thee more. 
Till from earth to heaven we soar. 



298 October 24. C. M. Rochester. 

CHILDREN OF LIGHT. 

" For ye were sometime darkness, but now are ye light in 
the Lord : walk as children of light." — Eph. v. 8. 

1 "TTTALK in the light ! so shalt thou know 

' ^ That fellowship of love 
His Spirit onl}- can bestow 
Who reigns in light above. 

2 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt find 

Thy heart made truly his, 
Who dwells in cloudless light enshrined, 
In whom no darkness is. 

3 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt own 

Thy darkness passed away, 
Because that liglit on thee hath shone 
In which is perfect dav. 

199 



299, 300 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

4 "Walk in the light! and e'en the tomb 
xSo fearful shade shall wear ; 
Glory shall chase away its gloom, 
For Christ hath conquered there. 

6 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt be 
A path, though thorny, bright ; 
For God, by grace, shall dwell in thee, 
And God himself is light ! 



299 



October 25. C. M. St. Martin's. 



A MORXnS'O PSALM. 



"For thou, Lord, vdlt bless the righteous ; with farour wilt 
thou compass him as with a shield."' — Ps. v. 12. 

1 T ORD, in the morning thou shalt hear 
-*^ My voice ascending high ; 
To thee will I direct my prayer, 

To thee lift up mine eye. 

2 Thou art a God, before whose sight 

The wicked shall not stand : 

Sinners shall ne'er be thy delight, 

Nor dwell at thy right hand. 

3 may thy Spirit guide my feet 

In ways of righteousness I 
Make every path of duty straight 
And plain bef jre my face. 

4 The men who love and fear thy name, 

Shall see their hopes fulfilled ; 
The mighty God will compass them 
With favor as a shield. 



dOO October 26. C. M. Laneshorough. 

THE lord's prater. 

"And all things whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believ- 
ing, ye shall receive.'' — Matt, xxi, 22. 

1 (^UR Father, God, to thee alone 
^^ May all subjection yield ; 
Here, as in heaven, thy will be known ; 
Here, as in heaven, fulfilled. 

200 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 301 

2 With bread sufficient for the day, 

Our mortal frame supply : 
And feed our souls along their way, 
With manna from on high. 

3 While, conscious of the debt we owe, 

We bow the humble knee ; 

That mercy we to others show. 

Descend on us from thee. 

4 Do thou our erring feet secure, — 

Oh, lead us far from ill ! 
And keep us upright, just, and pure. 
In act, in word, and will. 

301 Octoher27. L.M. Glines. Eaton. 



" Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, hecause thou hast seen me, 
thou hast believed : blessed are they that have not seen, and 
yet have believed." — John xx. 29. 

1 XyHAT though we never saw thee tread 

* » This bright and cheerful world of ours ; 
Nor heard thy voice recall the dead 

Again to life's reviving powers: 
Yet we believe — for all things are 
The gift of thy almighty care. 

2 We did not see thee tread the wave ; 

We did not hear the voice from heaven, 
Which once the joyful tidings gave, 

That God's own Son for us was given ! 
But we believe — oh, strengthen thou 
The faith which to thy name we owe. 

3 We were not with the chosen few 

Who saw thee through the clouds ascend; 
Who gazed, and wished to follow too ; 

And then to earth did prostrate bend : 
But we believe that mortal eyes 
Beheld that journey to the skies. 

4 Chase every shade of doubt away ; 

"Light of the world," in mercy shine, 
niume with faith our darksome way, 

And make us through life's pathway, thine: 
Then bring us to that heavenly light 
Where faith at once is lost in sight. 

201 



302,303 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 

302 October 28. L. M. Hebron. 

BEARING THE CROSS. 

"If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and 
take up his cross and follow me." — Matt. xvi. 24» 

1 T^AKE up thy sross, the Saviour said, 
-*- If thou wouldst my disciple be; 
Take up thy cross with willing heart, 

And humbly follow after me. 

2 Take up thy cross, let not its weight 

Fill thy weak spirit with alarm ; 
Eis strength shall bear thy spirit up, 

And brace thy heart, and nerve thy arm. 

8 Take up thy cross, nor heed the shame. 
And let thy foolish pride be still ; 
Thy Lord refused not e'en to die 
Upon a cross on Calvary's hill. 

4 Take up thy cross, then, in his strength^ 
And calmly sin's wild deluge brave ; 
'Twill guide thee to a better home ; 
It points to glory o'er the grave. 

6 Take up thy cross and follow me, 

Nor think till death to lay it down ; 
For only he who bears the cross 

May hope to win the glorious crown. 



303 October 29. C. M. Arlington. 

A MORNING HYMN. 

"The path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth 
more and moie unto the perfect day." — I'rov. iv. 18. 

1 ly/TY God, who makest the sun to know 
■^-^ His proper hour to rise ; 

And, to give light to all below. 
Doth send him round the skies ; — 

2 When from the chambers of the east 

His morning race begins, 
He n'jver tires nor stops to rest, 
But round the world he shines ; — 

202 



OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 804, 305 

3 So, like the sun, would I fulfil 

The business of the day, — 

Begin my work betimes, and still 

March on my heavenly way. 

4 Give me, Lord, thy early grace, 

Nor let my soul complain 
That the young morning of my days 
Has all been spent in vain. 

304 October 30. 7s. FleyeV s Hymiu 

god's BLESSDfG SOUGHT IN PRAYER. 

" If ye abide in me, and my words abide in yon, ye shall ask 
what ye will, and it shall be done nnto jonJ'—John xv. 7. 

1 /^OME, my soul, thy suit prepare, 
^ To thy God direct thy prayer ; 
In his word he bids thee pray. 
Therefore come without delay. 

2 Lord ! I come to thee for rest. 
Take possession of my breast ; 
There thy sovereign right maintain. 
And without a rival reign. 

3 While I am a pilgrim here, 
Let thy love my spirit cheer ; 

As my guide, my guard, my friend^ 
Lead me to my journey's end. 

4 Show me what I have to do, 
Every hour my strength renew ; 
Let me live a life of faith, 

Let me die thy people's death. 



305 



October 31. €. M. Coronation. 



A MORNING HTMN. 



"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted 
in him, and I am helped : therefore my heart greatly rejoicetb, 
and with my song will I praise him." — Fs. xxviii. 7. 

1 /^NCE more the light of day I see ; 
^^ Lord, with it let me raise 
My heart and voice in song to thee, 
Of gratitude and praise. 

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306 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 

2 The sky-lark from its lowly nest 

Hath soared into the sky, 
And by its joyous song expressed 
Unconscious praise on high. 

3 My feeble voice and faltering tone 

No tuneful tribute bring ; 
But thou canst in my heart make known 
What bird can never sing. 

4 Instruct me, then, to lift my heart 

To thee in praise and prayer ; 
And love and gratitude impart, 
For every good I share. 

6 Thus let me, Lord, confess the debt 
I owe thee day by day ; 
Nor e'er at night or morn forget 
To thee, God ! to pray. 



306 



November 1. 7s & 6s. Missionary. 



AN AUTUMNAL HYMN. 



'• For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the 
flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof 
falleth away , but the word of the Lord endureth for ever." — 
IPe^. i. 24, 25. 

1 nPHE leaves around me falling, 
-*- Are preaching of decay, 
The hollow winds are calling — 

<^Come, pilgrim, come away!' 
The day, in nighL declining. 

Says, I must too decline, 
The year, its bloom resigning — 

Its lot foreshadows mine ! 

2 The light my path surrounding, 

The loves to which I cling, 
The hopes within me bounding, 

The joys that round me wing, 
All, all, like stars at even. 

Just gleam and shoot away ; 
Pass on before to heaven, 

And chide at my delay. 
204 



NOV.] HYMNS rOR SCHOOLS. 807 

8 The friends gone there before me 

Are calling from on high, 
And happy angels o'er me 

Tempt sweetly to the sky. 
*' Why wait," they say, ** and wither 

Mid scenes of death and sin? 
Oh ! rise to glory hither. 

And find true life begin." 

4 I hear the invitation. 

And fain would rise and come, 
A sinner to salvation, 

An exile to his home ; 
But, while I here must linger, 

Thus, thus let all I see 
Point on with faithful finger, 

To heaven, Lord, and Thee. 



307 



November 2. C. M. Christmas. 



PRAISE TO GOD. 



*•! will praifje thy name for thy loving-kindness and for thy 
truth : for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name."— 
Pi. cxxxviii. 2. 

1 T IFT up to God the voice of praise, 
-■^ Whose breath our souls inspired ; 
Loud and more loud the anthem raise, 

With grateful ardor fired. 

2 Lift up to God the voice of praise, 

Whose goodness, passing thought, 
Loads every moment, as it flies, 
With benefits unsought. 

3 Lift up to God the voice of praise. 

From whom salvation flows, 
Who sent his Son our souls to save 
From everlasting woes. 

4 Lift up to God the voice of praise, 

For hope's transporting ray, * 

Which lights through darkest shades of death. 
To realms of endless day. 

S 205 



308^309 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 



308 



November 3. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton. 



TRUST IN GOD. 



"Trust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is 
«yerlasting strength." — Isa. xxvi. 4. 

1 /^H, let my trembling soul be still, 

^^ While darkness veils this mortal eje, 
And wait thy wise, thy holy will, 

Wrapt yet in fears and mystery. 
I cannot, Lord, thy purpose see ! 
Yet all is well — since ruled by Thee. 

2 When, mounted on thy clouded car, 

Thou send'st thy darker spirits down, 
I can discern by night afar. 

Thy light, sweet beaming through thy frown ; 
And, should I faint a moment, then 
I think of Thee — and smile again. 

3 So, trusting in thy love, I tread 

The narrow path of duty on : 
What though some cherished joys are fled! 

What though some flattering dreams are gone! 
Yet purer, brighter joys remain: 
Why should my spirit then complain ? 



309 



Kovember 4. C. M. Peterborough, 



GOD THE PEESERVER OF MEN. 



*' The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in 
from this time forth, and even for evermore." — Ps. cxxi. 8. 

1 nnHROUGH all the dangers of th« night, 
-■- Preserved, Lord, by thee, 

Again we hail the cheerful light, 
Again we bow the knee. 

2 Oh! may the beams of truth divine. 

With clear convincing light, 

Li all our understandings shine, 

And chase our mental night. 

3 Let all our words and all our ways 

Declare that we are thine ; 
That thus along our path, the rays 
Of heavenly truth may shine. 
206 



NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 310, 311 

4 Preserve us, Lord, throughout the day. 
And guide us by thine arm ! 
For they are safe, and only they, 
Whom thou dost save from harm. 



olO Novembers, 7s. PleyeVs Hym?i, 

DAILY DEPENDENCE ON GOD. 

"Give US, day by dav, our daily bread." — LuJce xi. 2. 

1 ~P|AY by day the manna fell ; 
-■-^ Oh, to learn this lesson well ! 
Still by constant rosrcy fed. 
Give me. Lord, my daily bread. 

2 Bay by day the promise reads, 
Daily strength for daily needs, 
Cast foreboding fears away : 
Take the manna of to-day. 

S Lord, my times are in thy hand ; 
All my brightest hopes have planned 
To thy wisdom I resign. 
And would make cly purpose mine. 

4 Thou my daily task shalt give : 
Day by day to thee I live : 
So shall added years fulfil. 
Not my own — my Father's will. 

oi -L November 6. S. M. Lisbon. 

THE SPIRIT INVITING, 

" And tbe Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that 
beareth, say Come. And let him that is athirst. Come. And 
whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely." — Eev. 
xxii. 17. 

1 nPHE Spirit, in our hearts, 

-*- Is whispering, "Sinner, come;" 
The bride, the church of Christ, proclaims 
To nil his children, "Come!" 

2 Let him that heareth say 
To all about him, "Come;" 

Let him that thirsts for righteousness 
To Christ, the fountain, come. 

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312 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 

3 Yes, -wliosoever will, 
Oh, let him freely eome, 

And freely drink the stream of life ; 
'Tis Jesus bids him eome. 

4 Lo ! Jesus, who invites, 
Declares, '•! quickly come:" 

Lord, even so ; we wait thy hour ; 
Jesus, my Saviour, come. 



312 



November 7. C. M. Jordan. 



RESIGNATION. 



"I was dumb : I opened not my mouth; because thou didst 
it"— Ps. xxxix. 9. 

1 "VTY God, my Father ! blissful name ! 
•^^ Oh, may I call thee mine ? 
May I, with sweet assurance, claim 

A portion so divine. 

2 This only can my fears control, 

And bid my sorrows fly : 
What harm can ever reach my soul 
Beneath my Fathers eyet 

3 Whate'er thy providence denies, 

I calmly would resign ; 
For thou art just, and good, and wise — 
Oh, bend my will to thine ! 

4 Whate'er thy sacred will ordains, 

Oh, give me strength to bear ! 
Oh, let me know my Father reigns, 
And trust his tender care ! 

5 If pain and sorrow rend this frame. 

And life almost depart, 
Is not thy mercy still the same. 
To cheer my drooping heart ? 

6 Thy sovereign ways are all unknown 

To my weak, erring sight ; 
Yet let my soul, adoring, own 
That all thy ways are right. 
208 



NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 313, 314 

oio Novembers. 83 & 7s. Wilmot, 

PRA.ISE TO THE REI>EEMER. 

"Unto him that loved n?, and washed us from our sins in 
his own Mood, and hr^th made us kings and priests unto God 
and hi5 Father: to l.im be glory and dominion for ever and 
ever." — Rev. i. 5, G. 

1 A/riGHTY Saviour ! wc Tvonld bless thee, 
^^ We would praise thy glorious name; 
Lord of men, as well as angels, 

Thou art every creature's theme. 

2 From the highest throne in glory. 

To the cross of deepest wo, 
All to ransom guilty captives. 
Thou with love and zeal didst go. 

3 Brightness of the Father's glory. 

Shall thy praise unuttered lie? 

Fly, my tongue, sueii guilty silence ; 

Sing the Lord who came to die. 

4 While we praise thee, blessed Saviour^ 

Endless source of joy and love; 
Grant us here thy constant favor. 
Till we reign with thee above. 

01 4: November 9, CM. Arlington. 

GOD OUR TRUST. 

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto 
thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge hiiD, 
and he shall direct thy paths." — Prov. iii. 5, 6. 

1 T ORD, should we leave thy hallowed feet, 
^^ To whom should we repair ? 

Where else such holy comfort meet. 
As springs eternal there ? 

2 Earth has no fount of true delight, 

No pure, perennial stream ; 
And sorrow's storm and earth's dark night, 
Soon wrap life's brightest beam. 



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Unminglcd joys 'tis thine to give. 

And undecaying peace ; 
For thou canjft teach us so to live. 

That life shall never cease. 

8 2 209 



315^ 316 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 

4 Then let our trust in thee be stayed, 
Thy peace to us be given, 
That we, when earthly joys shall fade, 
May sing thy praise in heaven. 

315 November 10, L. M. Old Hundred 

god's forgiveness and aid implored. 

"Remember, Lord, thy tender-mercies and thy loving- 
kindnesses : lead me in thy truth and teach me : for thou art 
the God of my salvation." — Ps. xxv. 5, 6. 

1 "p ATHER of mercies, God of love, 

-^ Far from thy sight my sins remove. 
Whatever guilt my conscience fears, 
Remit to penitential tears. 

2 Oh, cleanse my breast from every stain, 
The wrong, the impious, or the vain ; 
Correct the false, confirm the true, 
And my whole mind to right renew. 

3 Thy care, where'er my footsteps bend. 
Along my pilgrimage extend ; 

Make me in health thy goodness know. 
In sickness to thy wisdom bow. 

4 In dissolution's fainting hour, 
Thy cup of consolation pour ; 
Bid terror from my couch retire, 
And my rapt soul in joy expire- 

316 November II. L. M. Hebron. 

CONFIDENCE IN GOD. 

"The fear of man bringeth a snare : but whoso putteth his 
trust in the Lord shall be safe." — Prov. xxix. 25. 

1 /^ CD of my life, whose gracious power 

^^ Through varied deaths my soul hath led, 
Or turned aside the fatal hour. 
Or lifted up my sinking head ! — 

2 In all my ways thy hand I own. 

Thy ruling providence I see ; 
Assist me still my course to run, 
And still direct my path to thee ! 
210 



NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 317, 318 

3 Oft from the margin of the grave, 

Thou, Lord, hast lifted up my head ; 
Sudden I found thee near to save, 

Disease hath owned thy touch, and fled. 

4 Whither, oh ! whither shall I flee. 

But to a gracious Saviour's breast ? 
Glad thy approving smile to see. 
And safe beneath thy wings to rest. 



317 



November 12. 7s & 6s. Missionary, 



OOD OUR SALVATION. 



" In God is my salvation and my glory : the rock of my 
strength, and my refuge, is in God." — Ps. Ixii. 7. 

1 f^ OD is my strong salvation; 
^^ What foe have I to fear ? 
In darkness and temptation, 

My light, my help is near. 
Though hosts encamp around me, 

Firm to the fight I stand : 
What terror can confound me, 

With God at my right hand ? 

2 Place on the Lord reliance. 

My soul, with courage wait; 
His truth be thy affiance. 

When faint and desolate : 
His might thine heart shall strengthen, 

His love thy joy increase, 
Mercy thy days shall lengthen; 

The Lord will give thee peace. 

318 November 13. 8s & 7s, Wibnot. 

THE CROSS OF CHFJST. 

"The day-spring from on high hath visited us, to give light 
to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death ; to 
guide our feet into the way of peace." — Luke i. 78, 79. 

1 TN the cross of Christ I glory ! — 

-*- Towering o'er the wrecks of time, 
All the light of sacred story 

Gathers round its head sublime. 

2 When the woes of life o'ertake me, 

Hopes deceive, and fears annoy, 

211 



819 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 

Never shall the cross forsake me ; 
Then it glows ^^vith peace and joy ! 

3 When t^ne sun of bliss is beaming 

Light and love upon my way, 
From the cross the rad'ance streaming 
Adds fresh lustra to the day. 

4 Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure 

By the cross are sanctified ; 
Peace is there, that knows no measure, 
Joys that through all time abide. 

5 In the cross of Christ I glory ! — 

Towering o'er the wrecks of time, 
All the light of sacred story 
Gathers round its head sublime. 



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oiy November 14. C. M. Fd.£rhorouf^. 



GOODNESS OF GOD. 



" For thou. Lord, art f:or)d, and ready to forgive ; and plente- 
©us in mercy unto all therrv that call upon thee." — Ps. Isxxvi. 5. 

1 nPHY goodness, Lord, our souls confess ; 
-*- Thy goodness we adore; — 
A spring whose blessings never fail ; 

A sea without a shore. 

2 Sun, moon, and stars thy love declare 

In every golden ray ; 
Love draws the curtains of the night, 
And love brings back the day. 

8 Thy bounty every season crowns 
With all the bliss it yields, 
With joyful clusters loads the vines, 
With strengthening grain, the fieldg. 

4 But chiefly thy compassion. Lord, 

Is in the gospel seen ; 
There, like a sun, thy mercy shines, 
Without a cloud between. 

5 There pardon, peace, and holy joy 

Through .Jesus' name are given ; 
There we may find a guide, through life. 
To lead us on to heaven. 
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:nov.] hymns for schools. 320, 321 

oZO November 15. 7s & 6s» Missionary. 

THE nioR:>ri>ra light is breakixo. 

"And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great 
Toices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are be- 
<;ome the kingdoms of o^r Lord, and of his Christ; and he 
shall reign for ever and ever." — Rev. xi. 15. 

1 T^HE morning light is breaking, 
-■- The darkness disappears, 
The sons of earth are waking 

To penitential tears: 
Each breeze that sweeps the ocean 

Brings tidings from afar. 
Of nations in commotion, 

Prepared' for Zion's war. 

2 Rich dews of grace come o'er us, 

In many a gentle shower^ 
And brighter scenes before us 

Are opening every hour ; 
^cla cry to heaven g^ing. 

Abundant answer brings, 
And heavenly gales are blowing, 

With peace upon their wings. 

3 Elest river of salvation. 

Pursue thy onward way; 
Flow thou to -every nation, 

Nor in thy richness stay ; 
Stay not, till all the lowly 

Trium^phant reach their home^ 
Stay not, till all the holy 

Proclaim the Lord has come. 



$21 



November 16. C. M. Warwick. 



DIVINE LOVE. 



" Beloved, let ns love one another : for love is of God ; and 
every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He 
that loveth not, knoweth not God ; for God is love." — 1 John 
iv. 7, 8. 

1 (^UR Father sits on yonder throne, 
^-^ Amidst the hosts above ; 
He reigns thoughout the world alone, 
He reigns the God of love. 

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S22 HYMNS POR SCHOOLS. [NOY. 

2 He knew us when we knew him not, 

Was with us, though unseen : 

His favors came to us unsought, 

His love has wondrous been. 

3 He keeps us now, securely keeps, 

Whatever foe assails, 
With vigilance that never sleeps. 
With power that never fails. 

4 He gives us hope that we shall be- 

Ere long with him above ; 
That we shall all his glory see, 
And celebrate his love. 

6 Then let us, while we dwell below,. 
Ob^y our Father's voice, 
To all his dispensations bow. 
And in his name rej oice. 



322 



November 17. H. M, Bethesda. 



UNIVERSAL PRAISE, 



" My month shall speak the praise of the Lord ; and let all 
flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever." — Fs. exiy. 21. 

1 T ET every creature join 
"^ To bless Jehovah's name, 
And every power unite 

To swell the exalted theme; 
Xet nature raise, from every tongue, 
A general song of grateful praise. 

2 But, oh ! from human tongues 

Should nobler praises flow. 
And every thankful heart 

With warm devotion glow : 
Your voices raise, ye highly blest ; 
Above the rest declare his praise. 

8 Assist me, gracious God ; 

My heart, my voice inspire ; 
Then shall i humbly join 
The universal choir ; 
Thy grace can raise my heart and tongue. 
And tune my song to lively praise. 



NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 323, 324 

oJiO November 18. C, M. Coronation, 

THE GLORIFICATION OF CHRIST. 

"And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, 
heard I, saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, 
be unto him that sitteth ^ jxm the throne, and unto the Lamb 
for ever and ever." — Rev. v. 13. 

A LL hail the power of Jesus' name i 
-^-^ Let angels prostrate fall; 
Bring forth the royal diadem, 
And crown him — Lord of alL 

Ye chosen seed of Israel's race, 

A remnant weak and small ; 
Hail him who saves you by his grace. 

And crown him — Lord of all. 

Let every kindred, every tribe, 

On this terrestrial ball, 
To him all majesty ascribe, 

And crown him — Lord of all. 

i Oh ! that with yonder sacred throng, 
We at his feet may fall ; 
We'll join the everlasting song, 
And crown him — Lord of all. 

324 ITovember 19. C, 3S/L Jordan, 

REJOICEs^G IN GOD. 

" And thou stalt rejoice in every good thing which the Lord 
;hy God hath given unto thee, and unto thine house." — Deut, 
txvi. 11. 

T\rHEN morning's first and hallowed ray 
^^ Breaks. with its trembling light, 
To chase the pearly dews away. 
Bright tear-drops of the night — 

My heart, Lord, forgets to rove, 

But gladly rises free. 
On wings of everlasting love. 

And finds its home in thee. 

3 When evening's silent shades descend, 
And nature sinks to rest, 
Still to my Father and my Friend 
My wishes are addressed. 

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325; 326 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 

4 Though tears may dim my hours of joy^ 
And bid my pleasures fee, 
Thou reign' st where grief cannot annoy r 
I will be glad in thee. 

6 And e'en when midnight's solemn gioom^? 
Above, around, is spread. 
Sweet dreams of^verlastingblooitf 
Are hovering o'er my hea(J. 

6 I dream of that fair land, Lord, 
Where all thy saints shall be, 
I wake to lean upon thy word, 
^^ And still delight in iiiQQ, 

32o November 20. C. M. Christmas. 

HEAVENLY AMBITIOX. 

" "When the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a 
crown of glory that fadeth not away." — 1 Pet. v. 4. 

1 IVrOW let a true ambition rise, 
-^^ And ardour fire our breast, 
'Tp ^f^gn in worlds above the skies, 
^ -l^&renly glories drest. 

.52 ^BldK'M Jv^b^vah's royal hand 
^ A r&diant crown display, 

"^^ose gems with lustre bright shall shine, 
When stars and., suns deoay.. 

3 Away each grovelling, anxious care^ 

Beneath a Chri^ian's aim ; ^ *■ 

Oh ! spring to sei^e immortal joys. 
In your Redeeoaier's name. 
A Ye hearts, with youthful vigor warm,. 
The glorious prize pursue ; 
-J^or fear the want of earthly good, 
' )7Jbdle heaven is kept in view. 

'S26 |r^einber21. L. M. Ward, 

TEE CHRISTIAN'S DEPENDENCE. 

« Wlipaoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny 
before my Father which is in heaven."— -Matt. x. 66. 

I T^ENY thee ! what, deny the way 
■^ That leads to heaven's eternal day? 
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NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 327 

Deny the Shepherd who will keep 
Within the fold his wandering sheep ? 

2 Deny thee, Lord ! then who will bear 
My grief, my burden, and my care ? 
Thou, thou alone canst calm my breast, 
And bid its weary throbbings rest. 

3 In heaven above, on earth below. 
Where, save to thee. Lord, could I go ? 
Where fly for strength, mid mortal strife ? 
Thou hast the words of endless life. 

4 My strength, my guide vouchsafe to be, 
I can do nothing without thee ; 

Save me in every trying hour, 
Thou God of mercy, life, and power. 



327 



November 22. S. M. Silver Street. 



PLEASURES OF SPIRITUAL WORSHIP. 



"Be filled with the Spirit; speaking to yourselves in psalms, 
and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody 
in your heart to the Lord." — Eph. v. 19. 

1 "TTOW sweet to bless the Lord, 
-■-*- And in his praises join, 

With saints his goodness to record, 
And sing his power divine ! 

2 These seasons of delight 
The dawn of glory seem, 

Like rays of pure, celestial light, 
Which on our spirits beam. 

3 May then our joys increase, 
Our love more ardent grow, 

While rich supplies of Jesus' grace i 

Refresh our souls below. 

4 But, oh ! the bliss sublime, 
When joy shall be complete, 

In that unclouded, glorious clime 
Where all thy servants meet ! 

5 Then shall the ransomed throng 
The Saviour's love record. 

And shout, in everlasting song, 
'' Salvation to the Lord I" 

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328, 329 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [noy. 



328 



November 23. 7s. Nuremlurg 

GOD OUR SHEPHERD. 



"For thus saith the Lord God; Behold I, even I, will both 
search my sheep, and seek them out : I will feed them in good 
pasture : I will seek that which was lost, and bring again that 
which was driTen away, and will bind up that which was 
broken, and will strengthen that which was sick." — Ezekid 
xxxiv. 11, 14, 16. 

1 T 0, my shepherd's hand divine ! 
-"-^ Want shall never more be mine : 
In a pasture fair and large 

He shall feed his happy charge. 

2 When I faint with summer's heat, 
He shall lead my weary feet 

To the streams that, still and slow, 
Through the verdant meadows flow. 

3 He my soul anew shall frame, 
And, his mercy to proclaim, 

When through devious paths I stray, 
Teach my steps the better way. 

4 Constant to my latest end, 
Thou my footsteps shalt attend. 
And shalt bid thy hallowed dome 
Yield me an eternal home. 



329 



November 24. C. M. Laneshoraugh. 



CHRIST TO BE CUE EXAMPLE. 



" If any man serve me, let him follow me ; and where I am, 
there shall also my servant be : if any man serve me, him will 
my Father honor." — John xii. 26. 

1 T\/^HEN Jesus left the throne of God, 

^ ' He chose an humble birth ; 
A man of grief, like us, he trod 
A lonely path on earth. 

2 Like him, may we be found below, 

In wisdom's paths of peace ; 
Like him, in grace and know^ledge grow, 
As years and strength increase. 

3 Sweet were his words, and kind his look, 

When mothers round him pressed ; 
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NOV.J HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 330, 331 

Their infants, in his arms, he took, 
And on his bosom blessed. 

4 Safe from the world's alluring harms, 
Beneath his watchful eye, 
Oh, thus encircled in his arms, 
May we for ever lie. 



330 November 25. CM. St. Martin's. 

GOD THE GIT1;R OF EVERT GOOD GIFT. 

" He giveth to all life, and health, and all things : for in him 
we live, and move, and have our being." — Acts xvii. 25, 28. 

1 "FEATHER, to thee my soul I lift, 
-■- On thee my hope depends, 
Convinced that every perfect gift 

From thee alone descends. 

2 Mercy and grace are thine alone, 

And power and wisdom too ; 
Without the Spirit of thy Son 
We nothing good can do. 

3 Thou all our works in us hast wrought, 

Our good is all divine ; 
The praise of every holy thought 
And righteous word is thine. 

4 From thee, through Jesus, we receive 

The power on thee to call, 
In whom we are, and move, and live : 
Our God is all in all. 



331 November 26. C. M. Medfield. 

THE DUTY OF EFFORT. 

^^ In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold 
not thine hand : for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, 
either this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good."— 
£ccl. xi. 6. 

1 ^CORN not the slightest word or deed, 
^ Nor deem it void of power ; 
There's fruit in each wind-wafted seed. 
That waits its natal hour. 

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2 A whispered word mn.j toucli the heart. 

And call it back to life ; 
A look of love bid sin depart, 
And still unholy strife. 

3 No act falls fruitless ; none can tell 

How vast its power may be, 
Nor what results infolded dwell 
Within it silently. 

4 Work on, despair not ; bring thy -mite. 

Nor care how small it be ; 
God is with all that serve the right, 
The holy, true, and free. 



332 



November 27. 8s & 7s. Wilmot. 



HT3IN FOR THE TDIES. 



" Say not thou, TThat is the cause that the former days were 
hetter than these ? for thou dost not inquire wisely concerning 
this ?" — JEkxl. vii. 10. 

1 TVTE are living, — we are dwelling 

^ ' In a grand and awful time ; 
In an age, on ages telling. 
To be living is sublime. 

2 Worlds are charging — heaven beholding ; 

Thou hast but an hour to fight ; 

Love's pure banner now unfolding, 

On— ^right onward for the right. 

3 From the crimes that men are crushing. 

War's dire curse, and slavery's wrong. 
To deliver him, now rushing, 

Arm thee well — be strong — be strong. 

4 Fear not! spurn the worldling's laughter; 

Friendship's favor trample thou ; 
Thou shalt find a long hereafter, 
To be more than tempts thee now. 

5 Oh ! let all the soul within you. 

For the truth's sake go abroad ! 
Strike ! let every nerve and sinew 
Tell on ages — tell for God. 

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333 November 28, L. M. Duke Street, 

THE LOVE OF GOD. 

" In this was manifested the love of God toward U3, because 
that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we 
might lire through him.*' — 1 John iv. 9. 

1 \T^ God, thy boundless love I praise; 

■^ ^ How bright, on high, its glories blaze ! 
It streams from thine eternal throne, 
And through the earth its blessings run. 

2 'Tis love that paints the purple morn, 
And bids the clouds the rain return ; 
In every vernal beam it glows, 

And breathes in every gale that blows, 

3 But in the gospel it appears 
In sweeter, fairer characters ; 
There, love immortal leaves the sky, 
To guide us to the world on high. 

4 Then let the love that makes me blest, 
With cheerful praise inspire my breast ; 
And all my thoughts and passions tend 
To thee, my Father and my Friend. 

33 J: November 29. C, M. Balerma, 

TEE DECEFTFULNESS OP EARTHLY PLEAStTRE. 

"Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth 
his color in the cup. when it moveth itself aright : at the last, 
it hiteth like a serpent and stingeth like an adder." — Prov. 
xxiii. 31, 32. 

1 'THE branch is stooping to thy hand, 
-*- And pleasant to behold ; 

Yet gather not, although its fruit 
Be streaked with hues of gold. 

2 The cup is dancing to thy lip, 

And fragrant is the wine ; 
Yet dash the untasted goblet down, 
Though lusciously it shine. 

3 For bitter ashes lurk concealed 

Beneath that golden skin, 
And though the coat be smooth, there lies 
But rottenness within. 

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4 The wings of pleasure fan tlie bowl, 
And bid it overflow, 
Yet drugged with poison are its lees, 
And death is found below. 

335 November 30. 8s&Ts. WilmoL 

PRA5SE THE LORD. 

"Praise the Lord; for his name alone is excellent; his glory 
is above the earth and heaven ; he also exalteth the horn of 
his people.'^— P5. cxlviii. 13, 14. 

1 "pUAISE the Lord ! ye heavens, adore him ; 
-L Praise him, angels in the height ; 

Sun and moon, rejoice before him ; 
Praise him, all ye stars of light : 

2 Praise the Lord, for he hath spoken ; 

>Yorlds his mighty voice obeyed ; 
Laws which never shall be broken 
For their guidance he hath made, 

3 Praise the Lord— for he is glorious ; 

Never shall his promise fail ; 
He will make his saints victorious, 
Sin and death shall not prevail. 

4 Praise the God of our salvation. 

Hosts on high his power proclaim ; 
Heaven and earth, and all creation, 
Laud and magnify his name ! 

336 December 1. CM. ^ear, 

"^JfTER. 

«He eiveth snow like wool : he scattereth the hoar-frost like 
ashes : he casteth forth his ice like morsels : who can stand 
before his cold?"— P^. cxlvii. 16, 17. 

1 O TERN Winter throws his icy chains, 
^ Encircling nature round ; 

How bleak, how comfortless the plains, 
Late with gay verdure crowned ! 

2 The sun withholds his vital beams. 

And light and warmth depart ; 
And drooping, lifeless nature seems 
An emblem of my heart. 
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3 Return, blissful sun, and bring 

Thy soul-reviving ray ; 
This mental winter shall be spring. 
This darkness, cheerful day. 

4 Oh, happy state ! divine abode, 

Where spring eternal reigns, 

And perfect day, the smile of God, 

Fills all the heavenly plains. 

5 Great Source of light ! thy beams display, 

My drooping joys restore, 
And guide me to the seats of day, 
Where winter frowns no more. 



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THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE. 



"I have fought a good fight I have finished my course, I 
have kept the faith : henceforth there is laid up for me a crown 
of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall 
give me at that day : and not to me only, but unto all them 
also that love his appearing.'' — 2 Tim. iv. 7, 8. 

1 /CHRISTIAN soldiers, wake to glory ! 
^ Hark, your Leader bids you rise ; 
See the crown of life before ye, 

March to seize the heavenly prize. 

2 Let the hope of full salvation, 

Helmet-like, your head adorn ; 
Be the gospel's preparation 
On your feet like sandals worn. 

3 Let your loins around be girded 

By the truth your lips profess, 

From your breast be danger warded 

By the plate of righteousness. 

4 Let your prayers ascend with fervour, 

Without ceasing to the Lord : 
Not an unconcerned observer. 
Timely succor he'll aJfford. 

5 Faith and hope must never languish, 

All your cares upon him cast: 
He'll enable you to vanquish 
Every enemy at last. 

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000 December Z^ C. M. Benevento. 

MERCY SOUGHT AND FOUND. 

"Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; 
knock, and it shall be opened unto j'ou." — Jilait. vii. 7. 

1 "piLGRIM, burdened with thy sin, 
-*- Come the way to Zion's gate ; 
There, till mercy speaks within, 

Knock, and weep, and watch, and wait. 
Knock — he knows the sinner's cry ; 

Weep — he loves the mourner's tears ; 
Watch — for saving grace is nigh ; 

W^ait — till heavenly light appears. 

2 Hark ! it is thy Saviour's voice, 

*' Welcome, pilgrim, to thy rest;" 
Now, within the gate, rejoice. 

Safe, and owned, and bought, and blest. 
Safe — from all the lures of vice ; 

Owned — by joys the contrite know; 
Bought — by love, and life the price ; 

Blest — the mighty debt to owe. 

3 Christian pilgrim ! what for thee 

In a world like this remains ? 
From thy guarded breast shall flee 

Fear, and shame, and doubts, and pains. 
Fear — the hope of heaven shall fly ; 

Shame — from glory's view retire ; 
Doubt — in full belief shall die ; 

Pain — in endless bliss expire. 

000 December 4. C. M, Christmas, 

COMFORT IN GOD. 

" And he said, It is the Lord : let him do what seemeth him 
good." — 1 Sam. iii. 18. 

1 TT is the Lord, who gives me all, ' 
-*- My health, my friends, my ease ; 
And of his blessings may recall 

Whatever part he please. 

2 It is the Lord, who can sustain 

Beneath the heaviest load ; 
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From whom assistance I obtain 
To tread the thorny road. 

8 It is the Lord, who changeth not 
In sickness or in health, 
Whether on earth my transient lot 
Be poverty or wealth. 

4 And can my soul, with thoughts like these, 
Be downcast, or repine ? 
No, gracious God, take what thou please, 
To thee I all resign ! 

o4U December 5. 8s & 7s. Coronation, 

A MORNING SONG. 

" Sing unto the Lord, ye saints of his, and give thanks at 
the remembrance of his holiness : for his anger endureth but 
a moment : in his favor is life : weeping may endure for a night, 
hut joy Cometh in the morning." — JPs. xxx. 4, 5. 

1 T ORD of my life ! oh, may thy praise 
-■-^ Employ my noblest powers. 
Whose goodness lengthens out my days, 

And fills the circling hours. 

2 Soon as the morning rays appear, 

I'll lift mine eyes above ; 
My voice shall reach thy listening ear. 
And supplicate thy love. 

3 With grateful thanks my song shall rise 

Before thy mercy-seat ; 
On thee I'll fix my steadfast eyes. 
And worship at thy feet. 

4 Thy righteousness, thy strength display, 

And my protection be ; 
Teach me to know that only way 
Which leads to heaven and thee. 



341 



December 6. C. M. Arlington, 

MORNING PRATER. 

"But thou, when thou prayest enter into thy closet, and 
when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in 
secret; and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee 
openly." — Matt. vi. 6. 

1 f\ MAY I love, at early day 
^^ To rise, when all is still, 

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And liear xnj Sayiour kindly say, 
** Come, ask me what ye will." 

2 may I love to search his law, 

To hear his words of love, 

And feel his Spirit sweetly draw 

My soul to "things above." 

3 may I love to ask, in prayer, 

His Spirit's guiding ray — 
Through every scene of anxious care, 
Through life's bewildered way. 

4 Thus let me spend each rising hour, 

Thus close my latest days, 
Till I shall wake, to sleep no more, 
Where prayer is changed to praise. 



342 



December 7. L. M. Hebron, 



LOVE TO PAEENTS. 



" Honor thy father and thy mother ; that thy days may be 
long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee."— 
Ex. XX. 12. 

1 npO honor those who gave us birth, 

-^ To cheer their age, to feel their wprth, 
Is God's command to human kind. 
And owned by every grateful mind. 

2 Think of her toil, her anxious care. 
Who formed thy lisping lips to prayer, 
To win for God the yielding soul, 
And all its ardent thoughts control. 

8 Nor keep from memory's glad review, 
The fears which all the father knew ; 
The joy that marked his thankful gaze 
As virtue crowned maturer days. 

4 When pressed by sickness, pain, or grief, 
How anxious they to give relief! 

Our dearest wish they held their own; 
Till ours returned, their peace was flown. 

5 God of our life, each parent guard, 
And death's sad hour, long retard ; 
Be theirs each joy that gilds the past. 
And heaven our mutual home at last. 

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343 



December 8. 7s. Benevento. 



CHRIST OUE INTERCESSOR. 



'•My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye 
sin not. And if any man pin, we have an advocate witli the 
Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.*' — 1 John ii. L 

1 T^'TERCESSOR, throned on high! 
-^ Unto us thine aid supply ; 

By thy influence now prepare 
Humble hearts for holy prayer. 
Gracious, from on high descend, 
"VMth our thoughts and feelings blend, 
And the shadow of thy wing 
O'er our suppliant spii-its fling. 

2 Lend to our infirmities 

Living help which grace supplies ; 
Thou alone canst teach alway 
What to pray for — how to pray : 
Nor alone instruct us how 
At the throne of grace to bow ; 
Far beyond our fervent prayer, 
Be thyself our pleader there. 



3M 



December 9. C. M. Rochester, 



SL'BOTSSIOy- 



*• And he kneeled down and prayed, saying, Father, if thou 
be willing, remove this cup from me : nevertheless, not my will, 
but thine be done." — Luke xxii. 41, 42. 

1 TTOW sweet to be aPowed to pray 
-tl To God, the holy one ; 

With filial love and trust to say, 
God, thy will be done ! 

2 We in these sacred words can find 

A cure for every ill, 
They calm and soothe the troubled mind 
And bid all care be still. 

3 may that will that gave me birth, 

And an immortal soul, 
In joy or grief, in life or death, 
My every wish control. 

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4 Oh, could my heart thus ever pray, 
Thus imitate thy Son ! 
Teach me, God, in truth to say, 
Thy will, not mine, be done. 

0~tO December 10. C. M. Peterborough. 

WALKING WITH GOD. 

" He hath showed thee, man, what is good ; and what doth 
the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, 
and to walk humbly with thy God?" — Micah yi. 8. 

1 (^H Tvalk with God, and thou shalt find 
^^ How he can charm thy way, 

And lead thee with a quiet mind 
Into his perfect day. 

2 Oh ! walk with God, and thou with smiles 

Shalt tread the way of tears ; 
His mercy every ill beguiles. 
And softens all our fears. 

3 Oh walk with God, while thou on earth, 

With pilgrim steps must fare. 
Content to leave the world its mirth, 
And claim no dwelling there. 

4 Oh walk with God, and thou shalt go 

Down death's dark vale in light. 
And find thy faithful walk below 
Hath reached to Zion's height. 

6 Oh walk with God, if thou wouldst see 
Thy pathway thither tend: 
And, lingering though thy journey be, 
'Tis heaven and home at end. 



346 



December 11. S. M. St. TJwmas. 



HUMAN BROTHERHOOD. 



'■ Have we not all one Father ? hath not one God created 
us ?" — 3Ial. ii. 10. " And this commandment have we from him, 
that he who loveth God, love his brother also." — 1 John iv. 21. 

1 TTUSH the loud cannon's roar, 
-■--L The frantic warrior's call ! 
Why should the earth be drenched with gore ? 
Are not we brothers all ? 
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2 "Want, from the wretch depart ! 
Chains, from the captive fall ! 

Sweet mercy, melt the oppressor's heart, — 
Sufferers are brothers all. 

3 Churches and sects, strike down 
Each mean partition-wall ! 

Let love each harsher feeling drown, — 
Christians are brothers all. 

4 Let love and truth alone 
Hold human hearts in thrall, 

That heaven its work at length may own, 
And men be brothers all. 



347 



December 12. C. M. Medfield. 



PROVmENCE. 



" Lord, I know that the way of man is not in himself; it is 
not in man that walketh to direct his steps." — Jer. x. 23. 

1 ^HROUGH all the years of childhood's prime, 
-*- Changes on changes roll ; 

Each brings its varied scenes of bliss 
Or sorrow to the soul : 

2 Li infant joys and infant griefs 

A little life we live ; 
A miniature of all the scenes 
That future years shall give. 

3 But not a scene of life comes on — 

Of gladness or of tears — 
Where not the hand of him that rules 
Our mortal state, appears. 

4 We would not wish to alter aught 

That wisdom hath designed 
To train for everlasting bliss 
The wandering, wayward mind. 

5 And if we love him as we ought, 

Through life he'll be our guide ; 
And take us with him, when life's o'er, 
For ever to abide. 
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348 December 13. C. M. St. Marti?i's. 

'^ORKa OF PI2TT REWARDED. 

*'' Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto 
one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto 
me." — Matt. xxv. 40. 

1 TTOW blest the children of the Lord, 
-*"*- Who, livalking in his sight, 
Make all the precepts of his word 

Their study and delight. 

2 That precious wealth shall be their dower, 

Which cannot know decay, 
Which moth or rust shall ne'er devour, 
Nor spoiler take away. 

3 For them that heavenly light shall spread. 

Whose cheering rays illume 
The darkest hours of life, and shed 
A halo round the tomb. 

4 Their works of piety and love, 

Performed through Christ, their Lord, 
Por ever registered above, 
Shall meet a sure reward. 



349 



December 14. C. M. Balerma. 



THE POWER OF THE LEAST INFLUENCE RIGHTLY EXERTED. 

" The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard-seed, 
"which a man took, and sowed in his field : which indeed is the 
least of all seeds ; but when it is grown it is the greatest among 
herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come 
and lodge in the branches thereof." — Matt. xiii. 31. 

1 XT;rHAT if the little rain should say 

' ^ *' So small a drop as I 
Can ne'er refresh those thirsty fields, 
I'll tarry in the sky?" 

2 What if a shining beam of noon 

Should in its fountain stay, 
Because its feeble light alone 
Cannot create a day ? 

3 Doth not each rain-drop help to form 

The cool refreshing shower ? 
And every ray of light to warm 
And beautify the flower ? 

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4 Go then — and strive to do thy share ; — 
One talent — less than thine — 
Improved with steady zeal and care, 
Would gain rewards divine. 



350 



December 15. S. M. Silver Street, 



A MORNING HYMN. 



"But unto you that fear my name, shall the Sun of Right- 
eousness arise with healing in his wings." — Mai. iv. 2. 

1 CEE how the mounting sun 
^ Pursues his shining way ; 

And wide proclaims his Maker's praise, 
With every brightening ray. 

2 Thus would my rising soul 
Its heavenly Parent sing ; 

And to its great Original 
The humble tribute bring. 

8 Serene I laid me down 

Beneath his guardian care ; 
I slept, and I awoke, and found 
My kind Preserver near ! 

4 My life I would anew 
Devote, Lord, to thee ; 
And in thy service I would spend 
A blest eternity. 



351 



December IC. C. M. Lancshorough. 



KINDNESS TO THE POOR. 



" But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have 
need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how 
dwelleth the love of God in him ?*'— 1 John iii. 17. 



1 



TTOW blest is he who fears the Lord, 
-*-■- And follows his commands. 
Who lends the poor without reward, 
Or gives with liberal hands. 

As pity dwells within his breast 

To all the sons of need, 
So God shall answer his request 

With blessings on his seed. 

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3 In times of danger and distress, 

Some beams of light shall shine, 
To show the world his righteousness, 
And giye him peace divine. 

4 His works of piety and love 

Remain before the Lord ; 
Sweet peace on earth, and joys above, 
Shall be his sure reward. 



SdZ December 17. 7s. Benevento, 

MORNIXG HT30. 

" For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross 
darkness the people : but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his 
glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to 
thy light and kings to the brightness of thy rising." — Isa. Ix. 2,3. 

1 AT the golden rise of day, 

•^^ Humbly, God, to thee we pray ; 

Uncreated Source of light. 

Guide our thoughts and words aright. 

Holy Father, at thy call 

Light upon the earth did fall ; 

Speak the word again, and make 

Morning o'er our hearts to break. 

2 Humbly though our prayer arise, 
Quickly let it reach the skies ; 
Show thy reconciling face,. 

Hear from heaven, thy dwelling-place 
Holy Son, whose lowly birth 
Re-illumined the dark earth, 
Let the Gentiles see thy ray 
Kings, the brightness of thy day. 

3 From the Eternal Source in heaven 
Light to us on earth be given ; 
Light of grace to guard from wrath. 
Light of faith, to guide our path. 
Holy Spirit, let thy ray 

Guide our footsteps, day by day ; 

While through earth's dark path we move 

To eternal day above. 



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353 December IS. L. M. Old Hundred, 

GOD OUR PROTECTOR Kyi) TRUST. 

'• Behol 1, God i.s my salvation ; I will trust, and not be afraid : 
for the Lord Jeh'vah is iny strength and my song ; he also ia 
"become my salvation." — Isa. xii. 2. 

1 TTO thee, my God, to thee belong 

-^ Incense of praise and hallowed song ; 
To thee be all the glory given 
Of all my mercies under heaven. 

2 From danger thou my frame hast kept, 
"While waking, and what time I slept ; 
Thou hast my every want supplied, 
And to my footsteps proved a guide. 

3 "When my departing hour shall come, 
And I must slumber in the tomb. 

Oh, then, my God, this faint heart cheer, 
And far dispel the shades of fear; 

4 And teach me in thy strength to tread 
The path which leads me to the dead, 
Assured, when earthly cares are o'er, 
To rest with thee for evermore. 



354: December 19. L. M. Alfreton, 

LIGHT IN DARKNESS. 

" So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, 
and this mortal .-hall have put on immortality, then shall be 
brought to pass the saying that is written. Death is swallowed 
Tip in victory. — Thanks be to God which giveth us the victory, 
through our Lord Jesus Christ." — 1 Cor. xv. 54, 57. 

1 "TF all our hopes and all our fears 

-*- "\^■ere prisoned in life's narrow bound; 
If, travellers through this vale of tears, 
"We saw no better world ])eyond; 

2 Oh, who could check the rising sigh ? 

What earthly thing could pleasure give ? 
Who then in peace could ever die? 
Or who would breathe a wish to live ? 
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3 Yet such were life, without the ray 
From our divine religion given ; 

'Tis this that makes our darkness day ; 
'Tis this that makes our earth a heaven. 

4 Bright is the golden sun above, 

And beautiful the flowers that bloom ; 
And all is joy, and all is love, 
Eeflected from a world to come. 



355 



December 20. C. M. Coronation. 



YOUTHFUL PRAISE. 



*• Now, my son, the Lord be with thee ; and prosper thou, and 
build the house of the Lord thy God, as he hath said of thee. 
Only the Lord give thee wisdom and understanding." — 1 Chron, 
xxii. 11, 12. 

1 r^ REAT God, in whom we live and move, 
^-^ Accept our feeble praise. 

For all the mercy, grace, and love, 
Which crown our youthful days. 

2 For countless mercies, love unknown, 

Lord, what can we impart ? 
Thou dost require one gift alone — 
The offering of the heart. 

3 Incline us, Lord, to give it thee ; 

Preserve us by thy grace. 
Till death shall bring us all to see 
Thy glory, face to face. 



356 



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CONTEND EARNESTLY FOR THE TRUTH. 



*' Have not T commanded thee ? Be strong and of a good cou- 
ra-ge; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed : for the Lord thy 
God is with thee withersoever thou goest." — Josh. i. 9. 

1 /CHRISTIAN soldier, heavenward pressing, 
^ Onward, let thy watchword be ; 

God upon thee pours his blessing, 
What though man derideth thee ! 

2 God, for all thy wants providing, 

Armor trusty hath for thee ; 
Gird thyself, in him confiding, 
With the goodly panoply. 
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3 Righteousness thy breast defending, 

And thy feet with justice shod; 
Onward, with tlie foe contending, 
Wield thy sword, the word of God, 

4 Still the standard o'er thee streaming 

Be the banner pure of love, 
Where in glorious blazon beaming 
Floats thy pinions, Holy Dove. 

6 Onward, then, with bold contending 
In the path the martyrs trod : 
God to thee his strength is lending, 
Onward, in the strength of God. 



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December 22. C. M. Warwick, 



PRAYER AND PRAISE. 



" And this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we 
ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us : and if we 
know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we 
have the petitions that we desired of him." — 1 John v. 14, 15. 

1 T ORD, when we bend before thy throne, 
-^ And our confessions pour. 

Teach us to feel the sins we own, 
And shun what we deplore. 

2 Our contrite spirits pitying see. 

And penitence impart ; 
And let a healing ray from thee 
Beam hope upon the heart. 

3 When our responsive tongues essay 

Their grateful songs to raise. 
Grant that our souls may join the lay, 
And rise to thee in praise. 

4 When we disclose our wants in prayer, ^ 

May we our wills resign, 
And not a thought our bosom share, 
Which is not wholly thine. 

6 Let faith each meek petition fill, 
And waft it to the skies, 
And teach our hearts 'tis goodness still 
That grants it or denies. 

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o08 December 23. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton. 

CHRISTIAN WATCHFULNESS. 

" Watch, therefore ; for ye know not what hour your Lord 
doth come." — Matt, xxiv- 42. 

1 ^HE God of Israel never sleeps ; 

-^ The angelic band strict vigil keeps : 
Above, below, amidst, around, 
They float in air, or walk the ground ; 
Leave their bright mansion in the sky, 
And watch the world with sleepless eye. 

2 And shall I, as a slave of sense, 
Sink in the lap of indolence ? 

Shall I not wake, and watch, and pray, 
Ere morn leads on the busy .day ? 
And midst the shades of night prolong 
The patient prayer and cheerful song? 

3 Come, thou Great Shepherd of the sheep ! 
Come thou, whose mercies never sleep ! 
Descend, as in the showers of spring; 
Shed holy vigor from thy wing : 

Then, swift to hear, and strong to bless, 
Inspire the grace of "watchfulness." 



359 



December 24. L. M. Effingham. 



"I will sing of the mercies of the Lord for ever. My soul 
waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morn- 
ing." — Ps. Ixxxix. 1, and cxxx. 6. 

1 (^H, timely happy, timely wise, 

^ Hearts that with rising morn arise ! 
Eyes that the beam celestial view. 
Which evermore makes all things new ! 

2 New every morning is the love 
Our wakening and uprising prove ; 
Through sleep and darkness safely brought. 
Restored to life and power and thought. 

3 New mercies, each returning day. 
Hover around us while we pray ; 
New perils past, new sins forgiven, 

New thoughts of God, new hopes of heaven. 
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4 Do thou, Lord, in thy dear love 
Fit us for perfect rest above ; 
And help us this and every day, 
To live more nearly as we pray. 

obU December 25. 7s. Nuremburg, 

NATIVITY OF THE SAVIOUR. 

" And the angel said unto the shepherds, Fear not : for be- 
hold I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to 
all people. For unto you is born, this day, in the city of David, 
a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." — Luke ii. 10, 11. 

1 TTARK! — the herald angels sing, 
-*-*- " Glory to the new-born King ! 
Peace on earth, and mercy mild, 
God and sinners reconciled!" 

2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise, 
Join the triumph of the skies ; 
With the angelic ^host proclaim, 
*' Christ is born in Bethlehem." 

3 Mild, he lays his glory by, 
Born, that man no more may die. 
Born, to raise the sons of earth. 
Born, to give them second birth. 

4 Hail ! the heavenly Prince of peace ! 
Hail ! the Sun of righteousness ! 
Light and life to all he brings, 
Risen with healing in his wings. 

5 Let us then with angels sing, — 
" Glory to the new-born King : 
Peace on earth, and mercy mild, — 
God and sinners reconciled." 

obi December 26. 8s&7s. Greenville. 

JOY AT THE saviour's BIRTH. 

"Rejoice greatly, Daughter of Zion; shout, daughter of 
Jerusalem : behold, thy King cometh unto thee : he is just, 
and having salvation." — Zech. ix. 9. 

1 XT ARK ! what mean those holy voices, 
-■-'- Sweetly sounding through the skies ? 
Lo! the angelic host rejoices; 
Heavenly hallelujahs rise. 

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362 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. 

2 Hear tliem tell the wondrous story ; 

Hear them chant, in hymns of joy, 
** Glory in the highest — glory ! 
Glory be to God most high ! 

3 "Peace on earth, good-will from heaven, 

Reaching far as man is found, 
Souls redeemed, and sins forgiven," 
Loud our golden harps shall sound. 

4 " Christ is born, th© great Anointed ; 

Heaven and earth his praises sing ; 
Oh, receive whom God appointed, 

For your Prophet, Priest, and King." 

5 Haste, ye mortals, to adore him ; 

Learn his name, and taste his joy ; 
Till in heaven ye sing before him, 
*' Glory be to God most high 1" 



OU-Z December 27. L. M. Missionary Chant. 

SOXG OF THE ANGELS AT THE SAVIOUR'S BIRTH.' 

"And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the 
heavenly host praising God, and saying. Glory to God in the 
highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." — Luk^ 
ii. 13, 14. 

1 "XT/^HEN Jordan hushed his waters still, 

^ ^ And silence slept on Zion's hill ; 
When Bethlehem's shepherds through the night 
Watched o'er their flocks by starry light ; 

2 On wings of light, on wings of flame 
The glorious hosts of Zion came ; 

High heaven with songs of triumph rung 
While thus they struck their harps and sung. 

3 **0 Zion ! lift thy raptured eye. 

The long expected hour is nigh : 

The joys of nature rise again 

The Prince of Salem comes to reign. 

4 "See Mercy, from her golden urn. 

Pours a rich stream to them that mourn ! 
Behold, she binds, with tender care, 
The bleeding bosom of despair ! 

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dec] hymns for schools. 363,364 

5 ''He comes ! to cheer the trembling heart, 

Bids Satan and his host depart; 
Again the Day-star gilds the gloom, 
Again the bowers of Eden bloom. 

6 "0 Zion ! lift thy raptured eye. 

The long expected hour is nigh ; 

The joys of nature rise again, 

The Prince of Salem comes to reign." 

363 December 28. S. M. Watchman, 

CHRIST THE LIGHT OF THE "WORLD. 

"Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light 
of the world : he that followeth me shall not walk in dark- 
ness, hut shall have the light of life." — John viii. 12. 

1 T3EH0LD, the Prince of Peace, 
-^ The chosen of the Lord, 

God's well-beloved Son, fulfils 
The sure, prophetic word. 

2 No royal pooap adorns 
This King of righteousness ; 

But meekness, patience, truth, and love, 
Compose his princely dress. 

3 The Spirit of the Lord, 
In rich abundance shed, 

On this great Prophet gently lights, 
And rests upon his head. 

4 He is the Light of men ; 
His doctrine life imparts ; 

Oh, may we feel its quickening power 
To warm and cheer our hearts. 

3o4: December 29l 7s&6s. Missionary, 

THE RAPEDITT OF LIFE. 

" For what is your life? It is eren a vapor, that appeareth 
for a little time, and then vanisheth away." — James iv. 14. 

IAS flows the rapid river, 

-^^ With channel broad and free. 
Its waters rippling ever, 
And hasting to the sea ,* 



865 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. 

So life is onward flowing, 

And days of ofl'ered peace, 
And man is swiftly going 

Where calls of mercy cease. 

2 As moons are ever waning, 

As hastes the sun away, 
As stormy winds, complaining, 

Bring on the wintry day ; 
So fast the night comes o'er us — 

The darkness of the grave — 
And death is just before us : — 

God takes the life he gave. 

3 Say, is thy young heart's treasure 

Laid up in worlds above ? 
And is it all thy pleasure 

Thy Grod to praise and love ? 
Oh, seek and find him early ; 

While youth and years are bright ; s 

And he will guide thee surely 

To realms of endless light. 



365 



December 30. 7s & 6. Amsterdam. 



FLIGHT OF TDIE. 



"Whatsoever thj hand findethto do, do it with thy might; 
for there is no work, nor derice, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in 
the grave whitJaer thou goest." — IkxI. ix. 10. 

1 T^IME is winging us away 
-*- To our eternal home ; 
Life is but a winter's day-^ 

A journey to the tomb; 
Youth and vigor soon will flee. 

Blooming beauty lose its charms ; 
All that's mortal soon shall be 

Enclosed in death's cold arms. 

2 Time is winging us away 

To our eternal home ; 
Life is but a winter's day — 

A journey to the tomb ; 
But the Christian shaU enjoy 

Health and beauty, soon, above, 
Far beyond the world's alloy, 

Secure in Jesus' love. 
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dec] hymns for schools. 366 

366 December 31. C. M. Peterhorough. 

REFLECTIONS AT THE CLOSE OF THE TEAR. 

" For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared 
to all men ; teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly 
lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this pre- 
sent world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious 
appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Jesus Chi-ist ; who 
gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, 
and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good 
works." — Titus ii. 11 — 14. 

1 A ND now, my soul, another year 
-^-^ Of my short life is past : 

I cannot long continue here ; 
And this may be my last. 

2 Part of my doubtful life is gone, 

Nor will return again ; 
And swift my fleeting moments run — 
The few which yet remain ! 

3 Awake, my soul I with utmost care 

Thy true condition learn ; 
What are thy hopes — how sure, how fair, 
And what thy great concern ? 

4 Another year, next morn begins ; 

Set out afresh for heaven : 
Seek pardon for thy former sins, 
Through Christ, so freely given. 

6 Devoutly yield thyself to God, 
And on his grace depend ; 
With zeal pursue the heavenly road, 
Nor doubt a happy end. 

V 241 



OCCASIONAL HYMNS. 



367 



8s,7s&4s. GreenvUle. 

CLOSING OF SCHOOL AT THE T.XD OF A TERM. 

" The Lord watch between me and thee, when we a^e absent 
one from another." — Gctu xxxi. 49. 

1 T ORD, dismiss us with thy blessing ; 
-^ Fill our hearts with joy and peace; 
Let us each, thy love possessing, 

Triumph in redeeming grace : 

Oh, refresh us, 
Travelling through this wilderness. 

2 Thanks we give, and adoration. 

For thy gospel's joyful sound; 
May the fruits of thy salvation 
In our hearts and lives abound ; 

May thy presence 
With us evermore be found. 

2 Then, whene'er the signal's ^ven 
Us from earth to call away, 
Borne on angels' wings to heaven, — 
Glad the summons to obey, — 

May we ever 
Reign with Christ in endless day. 

obO 7s, Benevento, 

DISMISSION OF SCHOOL, 

" And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, 
shall keep your hearts ajid minds through Christ Jesus." — 
rhil. i\. 7. 

1 AS the sun's enlivening eye 

-^ Shines on every place the same ; 
So the Lord is always nigh 

To the souls that love his name. 
For a season called to part. 

Let us then ourselves commend 
To the gracious eye and heart 
Of our ever-present Friend. 
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HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 369-371 

2 Father, liear our Immble prayer ; 
Tender Shepherd of thy sheep, 
Let thy mercy and thy care 
All our souls in safety keep. 
. Li thy strength may we be strong ; 
* Sweeten every cross and pain ; 
Give u«, if we live, ere long. 
Here to meet in peace again. 

369 L. M. Old Hundred. 

CLOSING HYMN. 

"Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only 
wise God, be honor and glory for ever and ever." — 1 Tim. i. IT. 

1 Tj^ROM all that dwell below the skies, 
-^ Let the Creator's praise arise : 
Let the Redeemer's name be sung, 
Through every land, by every tongue. 

2 Eternal are thy mercies. Lord ; 
Eternal truth attends thy word : 

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore, 
Till suns shall rise and set no more. 

o7U 8s&7s. Sicilian Hymn, 

BENEDICTION. 

" Grace be unto you, and peace from God our Father, and 
from the Lord Jesus Christ." — 1 Cor. i. 3. 

1 ly/TAY the grace of Christ our Saviour,. 
-•-*-*- And the Father's boundless love^ 
With the Holy Spirit's favor, 

Rest upon us from above. 

2 Thus may we abide in union 

With each other and the Lord, 
And possess, in sweet communion, 
Joys which earth cannot afford. 

371 L. M. Old Hundred, 

ON RE-CPENING THE SCHOOL — PRATER FOR GOD'S BLESSING. 

" God be merciful unto us, and bless us ; and cause his fac« 
to shine upon us." — Fs. Ixvii. 1. 

1 A SSEMBLED in our school once more, 
■^^ Lord, thy blessing we implore ; 
Now mi our hearts with thy rich grace. 
And tune our lips to sing thy praise. 

243 



372^373 HYMNS roR schools. 

2 To thee our fervent prayer ascends 

For parents, teachers, foes, and friends ; 
That they and ^e may feel that love 
That's felt by every saint above. 

3 Guide thou our feet, guard thou our way, 
With thy blest smile, through every day ; 
And when each night draws near, then keep 
Our silent hours, while safe we sleep. 

4 "When we on earth no more shall meet 
May we in heaven each other greet ; 
There praise thee in more lofty strains, 
Where Christian love for ever reigns. 



372 



L. M. TTxhridge, 



THE SA3n:— PRAISE FOR PROVIDEXTIAI GO0D>-ESS. 

" Hitherto hath the Loxd helped us." — 1 Sam. vii. 12. 

1 ■piEEXALGod: I bless thy name, 

-■-^ The same thy power — thy grace the same : 
The tokens of thy friendly care 
Begin, and crown, and close the year. 

2 Supported by thy guardian hand, 
Midst thousand dangers still I stand. 
And see, when I survey thy ways, 

A thousand monuments of praise. 
8 Thus far thine arm has led me on, 
Thus far I make thy mercy known ; 
And, while I tread this desert land, 
Kew mercies shall new songs demand. 

4 My grateful soul, on Jordan's shore, 

Shall raise one sacred pillar more ; 
Then bear, in thy bright courts above. 
Inscriptions of immortal love. 



373 



L. M. Wells. 



AK EVE>-rs-G HTM:?r. 



" Every morning thank and praise the Lord, and likewise at 
even.'- — 1 Chron. xxiii. 30. 

1 p LORY to thee, my God ! this night, 
^-^ For all the blessings of the light ; 
Keep me, oh I keep me, King of kings ! 
Beneath the shadow of thy wings. 
'24A 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 374^375 

2 Forgive 13, Lord ! through thy dear Son, 
The ill thai I this day have done ; 

That with the world, myself, and thee, 
My soul, this night, at peace may be. 

3 Teach me to live, that I may dread 
The grave as little as my bel ; 
Teach me to die, that so I may 
"With joy behold the judgment-day. 

4 Lord I let my soul for ever share 
The bliss of thy paternal care ; 

'Tis heaven on earth, 'tis heaven above, 
To see thy face, and sing thy love. 

374 L. M, Hehron, 

AT% EVENING HYMN. 

'• Let my prayer "be set forth before tbee as incense ; and th« 
lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice." — Ps. cxli. 2, 

1 'T'HUS far the Lord has led me on ; 

-^ Thus far his power prolongs my days ; 
And every evening shall make known 
Some fresh memorial of his grace. 

2 Much of my time has run to waste, 

And I, perhaps, am near my home ; 
But he forgives my follies past ; 

He gives me strength for days to come, 

3 I lay my body down to sleep; 

Peace is the pillow for my head ; 
While well-appointed angels keep 

Their watchful stations round my bed. 

4 Thus, when the night of death shall come, 

My flesh shall rest beneath the ground, 
And wait thy voice to break my tomb. 
With sweet salvation in the sound. 



375 



L. M, Hebron, 



MORNING HYMN FOR A CHILD. 



" For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep the« 
in all thy ways." — Ps. xci. 11. 

LrQ GOD, I thank thee that the night 
^^ In peace and rest hath passed away; 
And that I see, in this fair light, 

My Father's smile, that makes it day. 
V 2 245 



876, 377 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 

2 Be thou, my Guide, and let me live 
As under thine all-seeing eye ; 
Supply my wants, my sins forgive, 
And make me happy when I die. 

376 



L. M. Hebron, 



EYEXIXG HYMN FOR A CHILD. 

" Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night ; nor for 
the arrow that flieth by day." — Fs. xci. 5. 

1 A NOTHER day its course hath run, 
-^ And still, God, thy child is blest ; 
For thou hast been by day my sun, 

And thou wilt be by night my rest. 

2 Sweet sleep descends, my eyes to close ; 

And now, when all the world is still, 
I give my body to repose, — 
My spirit to my Father's will. 

377 L. M. E^ffingham, 

SAirRDAT EVENING. 

"And he said unto them. This is that which the Lord hath 
said, To-morrow is th« rest of the Holy Sabbath unto the Lord." 
— Ex. xvi. 23. 

1 A NOTHER week has passed away, 
-^^ Another Sabbath now draws near; 
Lord, with thy blessing crown the day, 

Which all thy children hold so dear! 

2 Delivered from its weekly load, 

How light the happy spirit springs, 
And soars to thy divine abode. 

With peace and freedom on its wings. 

3 Now 'tis our privilege to find 

A short release from all our care ; 

To leave the world's pursuits behind, 

And breathe a more celestial air. 

4 Lord, those earthly thoughts destroy. 

Which cling too fondly to our breast, 
Through grace prepare us to enjoy 
The coming hours of hallowed rest. 

5 And when thy word shall set us free 

From every burden that we bear, 
Oh ! may we rise to rest with thee, 
And hail a brighter Sabbath there. 

246 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 378,379 
0|0 0. M. Coronation. 

THE lord's pat. 

" And he said unto them, The Sabbath was made for man, 
and not man for the Sabbath." — Mark ii. 27. 

1 T\rHEN the worn spirit wants repose, 

* » And sighs her God to seek ; 
How sweet to hail the evening's close, 
That ends the weary week ! 

2 How sweet to hail the early dawn, 

That opens on my sight ; 
When first the soul-reviving morn 
Beams its new rays of light ! 

3 Sweet day, thine hours too soon will cease, 

Yet while they gently roll. 
Breathe, heavenly Spirit, source of peace, 
A Sabbath o'er my soul. 

4 When will my pilgrimage be done, 

The world's long week be o'er ; 
That Sabbath dawn which needs no sun, 
That day which fades no more ? 



379 



C. M. Christmas, 

lord's day morning. 

" But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstr 

fruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by 

man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all 

die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive." — 1 Cor. xv. 20 — 22. 

1 A C^AIN the Lord of life and light 
•^^ Awakes the kindling ray ; 

Unseals the eyelids of the morn, * 

And pours increasing day. 

2 Oh, what a night was that which wrapt 

The heathen world in gloom ! 
Oh, what a sun, which broke, this day, 
Triumphant from the tomb ! 

3 This day be grateful homage paid, 

And loud hosannas sung ; 
Let gladness dwell in every heart, 
And praise on every tongue. 

4 Ten thousand differing lips shall join 

To hail this welcome morn ; 
Which scatters blessings from its wings 
To nations yet unborn. 

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880; 381 hymj^s for schools. 

380 S.M. >S'^ Thomas. 

ETJII* FOR A FAST DAY. 

"Is it sTicIi a fast tiiat I have chosen? a day for a man to 
afflict his soul? is it to bow dovfn his head as a bulrush, and 
to spread sackcloth and 'ishes under him? Wilt thou call this 
a fast a,nd an acceptable day to the Lord? Is not this the fast 
that I ha,Te chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo 
the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that 
ye Tbreak every yoke,-"'' &:c.J—Ica. iviii. 5,- 6.- 

[S tins a fast for me ?" — 
TiiLis saith the Lord our God, — 
''A day for man to vex Ms soul, 
And feel affliction's rod ? — "^ 

2 *^ Like Biilrnsh low to bow 
His sorrow-stricken head, 
With sackcloth for his inner vest. 
And ashes round him spread? 
8 "Shall day like this have power 
To stay the avenging hand, 
Efface transgression, or avert 
My judgments from the land ? 

4 *'No ; is not this alone 

The sacred fast I choose,— 
Oppression's yoke to burst in twain, 
The bands of guilt unloose ? — 

5 " To nakedness and want 

Your food and raiment deal, 
To dwell your kindred race among, 
And all their sufferings heal ? 

6 ^' Then like the morning ray 

Shall spring your health and light ; 
Before you, righteousness shall shine, 
Behind, my glory bright !" 

881 L. M. Old Hundred. 

HTMN FOR NATIONAL THANKSGIVmG. 

"To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lor^ 
than sacrifice." — Pi^ov. xxi. 3. 

1 f^ BEAT God, beneath whose piercing eye 

^-^ The world's extended kingdoms lie, 
We bow before thy heavenly throne, 
Thy power we see, thy goodness own, 

248 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 382 

2 To thee witli grateful hearts we raise 
The tribute of exulting praise : 

Here thou our fathers' steps didst guide. 
Here Freedom's banner spread they wide. 

3 Our country's Guardian, Guide, and Friend, 
Thou didst thy care and aid extend ; 

But oh ! how ill have we repaid 
That constant care, that constant aid! 

4 Of Freedom's rights, for which we toiled, 
Have we our fellow-men despoiled^ 
Oppression's crime and sinfulness 

We would with deepest shame confess. 

5 Oh, turn us, turn us, mighty Lord, 
Incline our hearts t' obey thy word ; 
And -do to each and all the same 
That we from them may justly claim. 



382 



7s & 6s. Missionary, 



RURAL CELEBRATION. 



"Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; let the 
sea roar, and the fulness thereof. Let the field he joyful, and 
all that is therein : then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice 
before the Lord." — Ps. xcvi. 11, 12, 13, 

1 /^OME, when the leaves are greenest, 
^ Come, in the flush of light, 
Come, when the air is sweetest. 

Come, when the flowers are bright ; 
Come, leave thy cares behind thee, 

Lay all thy books away, 
And let the green fields find thee,- 

Devout, and pure, and gay. 

2 Here study every feature — 

Here read in every line — 
In every plant and creature. 

That Nature's book's divine ; 
That God has made in beauty 

The world in which we live. 
To teach us of our duty, 

To know him, and believe. 

3 see him on the mountain, — 

And hear him in the rill ; 

249 



383 HT^INS FOR SCHOOLS. 

Speaking from every fountain, 

And vocal in the hill ; 
The planets in their rising, 

Him day and night proclaim,^ 
"While every season changing. 

Attests his glorious nam-e. 

4 Til en when the leaves are greenest^ 

And skies are flush with light ; 
Then when the air is sweetest 

And all the flower^ are bright, — 
Come, leave thy cares behind thee^ 

Lay all thy books away, — 
Here let thy Moker find thee,— 

Here love, adore, and pray. 

000 L. M, Tfxbridge, 

2>EATH OF A TEACHER, 

*^ And I heard" a voice from heaTen, saying iinto me, Writ«, 
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: 
yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors ; and 
their works d*? ibllo-w them." — Rev. xiv. 13i 

1 TTOW blest the righteous when he dies,- — 
-■--^ When sinks a weary soul to rest ! 
How mildly bfam the closing eyes ! 

How gently heaves the expiring breast ! 

2 So fades a summer-cloud away ; 

So sinks the gale when storms are o*er ; 
So gently shuts the eye of day ; 
So dies a wave along the' shore. 

3 A holy quiet reigns around, — 

A calm which life nor death destroys ; 
Nothing disturbs that peace profound, 
Which his unfettered soul enjoys. 

4 Farewell, conflictiug hopes and fears ! 

Where lights and shades alternate dwell I 
How bright the unchanging morn appears I 
Farewell, inconstant world ! farewell ! 

5 Life's duty done, as sinks the clay, 

Light from its load the spirit flies ; 
While heaven and earth combine to say, — 
^' How blest the righteous when he dies 1" 
250 



HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 384, 385 
384: CM. Mear. 

DEATH OP A TEACHER. 

" For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so 
them also which sleep in Jesus Trill God bring with him." — 
1 Thes. iv. 14. 

1 TTrHAT thougli the arm of conquering death 

^^ Does now our peace invade; 
What though our teacher and our friend 
Is numbered with the dead ; — 

2 Though earthly shepherds sink to rest, 

No more to guide the young ; 
The watchfe.1 eye in darkness closed, 
And dumb the instructive tongue ; — ■ 

3 The eternal Shepherd still survives, 

His teaching to impart ; 
Lord, be our Leader and our Guide, 
And rule and keep our heart. 

4 Thy spirit, dearest teacher, fled, 

Sustained by grace divine ; 
Oh, may such grace on us be shed 
And make our end like thine. 

*JOO 8s & 7s, Sicilian Hymn, 

DEATH OF A PUPH^ 

"For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and thia 
mortal must put on immortality." — 1 Oor. xv. 53. 

1 /^NE sweet flower has drooped and faded, 
^^ One loved scholar's voice has fled, 
One fair brow the grave has shaded, 

One dear school-mate now is dead. 

2 Why should we feel thoughts of sadness ? 

For our friend is happy now ; 
She has knelt in soul-felt gladness. 
Where the blessed angels bow. 
8 She has gone to heaven before us. 
But she turns and waves her hand, 
Pointing to the glories o'er us, 
In that happy spirit-land. 
4 May our footsteps never falter 
In the path that she has trod ; 
May we worship at the altar 
Of the great and living God. 

251 



386,387 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 

5 Lord, may angels watch above us, 
Keep us all from error free — 
May they guard, and guide, and love us, 
Till, like her, we go to thee. 

386 C. M. Hear. 

DEATH OF A PUPIL. 

" And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes ; and 
there shall Tae no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, nei- 
ther shall there he any more pain," — Rev. xxi. 4. 

1 /^ALM on the bosom of thy God, 
^ Young spirit, rest thee now ! 
E'en while with us thy footstep trqd, 

His seal was on thy brow. 

2 Dust to its narrow house beneath ! 

Soul to its place on high ! 
They that have seen thy look in death, 
No more may fear to die. 

3 Lone are the paths, and sad the hours, 

Since thy meek spirit's gone ; 
But, oh, a brighter home than ours. 
In heaven, is now thine own I 

007 C. M. Peterborough, 

THE DEPARTURE OP THE CHRISTIAN. 

" Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." 
'-Ps, cxvi. 15. 

1 "pvEAR as thou wert, and justly dear, 
■^ We will not weep for thee : 

One thought shall check the starting tear, 
It is — that thou art free. 

2 And thus shall faith's consoling powers 

The tears of love restrain ; 
Oh, who that saw thy parting hour 
^ Could wish thee here again ? 
^3 Triumphant in thy closing eye, 
The hope of glory shone ; 
Joy breathed in thy expiring sigh, 
To think the fight was won.- 

4 Gently the passing spirit fled, 

Sustained by grace divine ; 
Oh, may such grace on me be shed, 
And make my end like thine ! 
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INDEX TO THE TUNES. 



Alfreton,..,..;,, L. M 

Amsterdam 7s & 6s 

Arlington C. M 

Balerma .....C. M..., 

Benevento. .... , .,, 7s 

Bethesda ....,., H. M 

Christmas.,.,,...., C. M 

Coronati(m C. M 

Buke Street, L. M 

Eaton.. .„ L. M. 6 lines.. 

Effingham.............. L. M 

Greenville.,,,, 8s & 7s 

Hebron L. M 

Jordan,...,.... C. M 

Lanesborough C. M 

Lenox ^., H. M, 

Lisbon S. M 

Mear ...,., C. M 

Medfield.,,,., C. M 

Missionary 7s & 6s 

Missionary Chant. L. M 

jSTu.rembiirg 7s 

Old Hundred L. M 

Peterborough C. M 

PieyePs Hymn 7s 

Portugal , L, M 

Quito L. M 

Hochester .....CM , 

Romaine..... 7s & 6s , 

Sabbath 7^ 

St. Martin's. ...C. M....% 

St. Thomas ..S. M 

Shirland ..S. M 

Sicilian Hymn 8s & 7s 

Silver Street S. M , 

Truro L. M 

Uxbridge L. M 

Ward L. M 

Warwick C. M 

Witchman S. M 

Wells. L. M 

Wilmot 8s & 7s 

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